{"product_id":"school-support-amp-advocacy-guide","title":"School Support \u0026 Advocacy Guide","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"126\" data-start=\"35\" data-section-id=\"ifncec\"\u003eUnderstanding barriers, identifying support needs and advocating effectively at school.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"160\" data-start=\"128\"\u003eYou've sat through the meetings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"246\" data-start=\"162\"\u003eYou've left feeling frustrated because you forgot half the things you wanted to say.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"349\" data-start=\"248\"\u003eYou've been asked, \u003cem data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"267\"\u003e\"What support do you think would help?\"\u003c\/em\u003e and your mind has gone completely blank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"544\" data-start=\"351\"\u003eYou've tried to explain your child's needs, only to feel like you're not being heard, or worse, that you're somehow expected to become an overnight expert in education, disability and advocacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"587\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eThis guide was created for those moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"614\" data-start=\"589\"\u003eNot by a large publisher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"671\" data-start=\"616\"\u003eNot by someone who has only read about school advocacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"920\" data-start=\"673\"\u003eBy a parent who has sat in those meetings, written those emails, navigated school refusal, support breakdowns, overwhelming paperwork and the constant worry of whether their child is getting what they need to feel safe, included and able to learn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"925\" data-start=\"922\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"965\" data-start=\"927\" data-section-id=\"17mo7hz\"\u003eAdvocacy starts with understanding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1078\" data-start=\"967\"\u003eWhen school isn't working, it's easy for conversations to become focused on behaviours, incidents and problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"1080\"\u003eBut effective advocacy starts somewhere else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1167\" data-start=\"1127\"\u003eIt starts with understanding your child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1288\" data-start=\"1169\"\u003eTheir strengths.\u003cbr\u003eTheir interests.\u003cbr\u003eTheir barriers.\u003cbr\u003eTheir support needs.\u003cbr\u003eAnd what success actually looks like for \u003cem data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1281\"\u003ethem\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1290\"\u003eThis guide helps you organise your thoughts, identify patterns, prepare for meetings and communicate clearly with your child's school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1426\"\u003eBecause when you're able to clearly explain what your child needs and why, you're in a much stronger position to advocate for meaningful support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1576\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1599\" data-start=\"1578\" data-section-id=\"ufjfbs\"\u003eInside You'll Find\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1629\" data-start=\"1601\" data-section-id=\"9ky121\"\u003eUnderstanding Your Child\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1774\" data-start=\"1630\"\u003eExplore your child's strengths, challenges, wellbeing needs and the barriers that may impact learning, participation and feeling safe at school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1807\" data-start=\"1776\" data-section-id=\"1s4ucxg\"\u003eUnderstanding Support Needs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"1808\"\u003eIdentify supports, adjustments and strategies that may help your child access and participate in education more successfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1968\" data-start=\"1935\" data-section-id=\"1gjj6av\"\u003ePreparing for School Meetings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2086\" data-start=\"1969\"\u003eOrganise observations, record examples, prepare questions and walk into meetings feeling more confident and prepared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2113\" data-start=\"2088\" data-section-id=\"111n80y\"\u003eCommunicating Clearly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2205\" data-start=\"2114\"\u003eClarify concerns, identify priorities and strengthen communication between home and school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2227\" data-start=\"2207\" data-section-id=\"1d6nc30\"\u003eAdvocacy Toolkit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2346\" data-start=\"2228\"\u003eKeep track of contacts, follow-up actions, reasonable adjustments and important advocacy information all in one place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2351\" data-start=\"2348\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2368\" data-start=\"2353\" data-section-id=\"nx97cd\"\u003eDesigned For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2420\" data-start=\"2370\"\u003e✔ Parents and carers preparing for school meetings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2492\" data-start=\"2422\"\u003e✔ Families navigating support needs, adjustments or inclusion planning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2554\" data-start=\"2494\"\u003e✔ Parents who feel overwhelmed and don't know where to start\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2628\" data-start=\"2556\"\u003e✔ Families wanting a clearer picture of what their child needs to thrive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2702\" data-start=\"2630\"\u003e✔ Families navigating disability, neurodivergence and additional support needs at school\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2707\" data-start=\"2704\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2732\" data-start=\"2709\" data-section-id=\"fmnx88\"\u003eThis Guide Helps You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2793\" data-start=\"2734\"\u003e✓ Identify barriers instead of focusing solely on behaviour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2847\" data-start=\"2795\"\u003e✓ Recognise your child's strengths and support needs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2885\" data-start=\"2849\"\u003e✓ Organise observations and evidence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2925\" data-start=\"2887\"\u003e✓ Prepare for meetings with confidence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2971\" data-start=\"2927\"\u003e✓ Track discussions, outcomes and next steps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3015\" data-start=\"2973\"\u003e✓ Advocate collaboratively and effectively\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3020\" data-start=\"3017\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3049\" data-start=\"3022\" data-section-id=\"17k1akw\"\u003eInstant Digital Download\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3066\" data-start=\"3051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3062\" data-start=\"3051\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e PDF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3135\" data-start=\"3068\"\u003ePrint at home, complete digitally, or use selected pages as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3177\" data-start=\"3137\"\u003eThere is no right way to use this guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3228\" data-start=\"3179\"\u003eUse the sections that matter most to your family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3269\" data-start=\"3230\"\u003eComplete one page or complete them all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3369\" data-start=\"3271\"\u003eTake it to meetings, use it to organise your thoughts, or simply work through it at your own pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3374\" data-start=\"3371\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3403\" data-start=\"3376\" data-section-id=\"7cyuzo\"\u003eA Note From The Creator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3493\" data-start=\"3405\"\u003eIf you're here because school feels hard right now, I want you to know you're not alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3640\" data-start=\"3495\"\u003eMany parents spend years trying to work out why their child is struggling, what support they need and how to communicate those needs effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3681\" data-start=\"3642\"\u003eThis guide won't solve every challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3848\" data-start=\"3683\"\u003eWhat it can do is help you gather your thoughts, recognise what's getting in the way, and walk into important conversations feeling more prepared and more confident.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3939\" data-start=\"3850\"\u003eSometimes advocacy starts with something as simple as having the right words on the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4011\" data-start=\"3941\"\u003eAnd sometimes that's enough to change the direction of a conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4015\" data-start=\"4013\"\u003e🦋\u003cem\u003eCreated by Kimberley Mallard, autistic parent, ADHD parent, carer and founder of The AuDHD Store.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The AuDHD Store","offers":[{"title":"Default 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