Neurodiversity in the Early Years

How we support children in their early years to understand, to be accepted for their unique differences and to thrive, has a life-long impact. With a neuro-affirming, strength-based narrative running throughout, this accessible book will improve your knowledge, skillset and practical application of high-quality neuro-inclusive practice.

In exploring the best practice to assist young neurodivergent children navigating the world, these eight succinct chapters will:

• Explore key topics, including how to create an environment to enable children to feel safe in your space
• Provide advice on how to work in a connective partnership with parents to enable a family to thrive, and how to create a whole setting approach to neuro-inclusion
• Include a range of first-hand accounts and case studies to bring theory to life
• Suggest a wealth of strategies that can be easily applied and will ensure that all children feel safe, connected and can achieve

Neurodiversity in the Early Years enables the reader to embrace and embed knowledge and to advocate for a change which will provide neurodivergent children with the foundations of belonging, acceptance and a celebration of who they are. It will be key reading for all early years educators working with children from 2 to 5 years old.

Neurodiversity in the Early Years received the Highly Commended award at the Nursery World Awards 2025.