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Rhi is a mum of four, living in Wales, who has autistic children. Here she offers her tips for how you can prepare and support your autistic child as they return to school after time at home.

Rhi's tips:

  • Talk to your child about what they can expect when they return to school. Their timetable especially, including lunchtime!
  • Help them to identify and share their emotions with you.
  • If they're feeling anxious, talk about breathing exercises or grounding - which could include hugging and talking through what they can see, hear, smell, taste and feel - then try them together! You could even fit these techniques into your schedule at home.
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More help as children go back to school鈥

This article has schooling tips for parents of autistic children.

91热爆 Bitesize has lots of great ways to help parents help their child with their learning at primary and secondary school age.

In this article, illustrator Rob Biddulph shares how to use notes and messages to help your child face back-to-school nerves

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