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Autism & ADHD Matters Theatre

Hear leading professionals explore key autism and ADHD topics, and offer trusted advice in the Autism & ADHD Matters Theatre.

Highlights this year include Lorraine MacAlister, Senior Training Consultant at the National Autistic Society, talking on stress, anxiety and catastrophising in autistic people; Professor Prithvi Perepa, Global Engagement Lead for the School of Education at the University of Birmingham, discussing supporting AuDHD students in the classroom – what the research says; Dr Harry Woodward, Consultant Paediatrician at NeuroDiverseKids.co.uk, presenting on from chaos to confidence for families living with ADHD and autism; and Alexandra Kremer, Paralegal in Litigation at Tees Law, explaining SEND reforms unpacked: what the proposed changes mean for families and schools.

Sound is relayed to the audience through wireless headsets to reduce noise levels in the hall.

Places are offered free to ticket holders on a first come, first served basis, so please arrive as early as possible before the session you wish to attend to save disappointment.

Friday 26th June 2026
TimePresentation TitleSpeaker
9.50 – 10.25Understanding behaviour through the lens of trauma: practical approaches and strategies that can support with trauma at schoolGeoff Evans, Independent Autism Trainer and Consultant
10.35 – 11.10AuDHD and literacy – strategies that actually work for reading, writing and oracyStephanie Batey, Founder and CEO of Inclusive Teacher Co – Neurodiversity Training for Parents and Educators
11.20 – 11.55Working together: how pupil voice strengthens inclusive practiceRosie Slade and Emma Tyndall, Specialist Teachers in the Communication and Autism Team at Birmingham City Council
12.10 – 12.45More than procrastination: strategies for navigating time blindness, autistic inertia and ADHD paralysisColin Foley CEO of Neurodiversity Training UK
12.55 – 13.30Supporting AuDHD students in the classroom – what the research saysProfessor Prithvi Perepa, Associate Professor in the School of Education at the University of Birmingham
13.40 – 14.15Exploring RSD through a neuroaffirming lens: practical ideas for support and self-compassionEmma Whymark and Lisa Poole, Neurodiversity Coaches and Trainers at Attuned Approach
14.25 – 15.00Supporting PDA learners effectivelyLorna Parle, Participation and Networks Coordinator, and Trainer, at the PDA Society
15.10 – 15.45Stress, anxiety and catastrophising in autistic peopleLorraine MacAlister, Senior Training Consultant at the National Autistic Society
TimePresentation TitleSpeaker
10.15 – 10.45SEND reforms unpacked: what the proposed changes mean for families and schoolsAlexandra Kremer, Paralegal in Litigation at Tees Law
10.50 – 11.25Eating challenges and toileting difficulties in autistic peopleLorraine MacAlister, Senior Training Consultant at the National Autistic Society
11.35 – 12.10AuDHD and reading – the hidden challenge affecting school success, why it matters and what to do about itStephanie Batey, Founder and CEO of Inclusive Teacher Co – Neurodiversity Training for Parents and Educators
12.20 – 12.55From chaos to confidence for families living with ADHD and autismDr Harry Woodward, Consultant Paediatrician at NeuroDiverseKids.co.uk
13.00 – 13.35Making sense of sensory: supporting autistic children with regulation and self-regulationBeth Smithson, Director of Lifelong Learning, Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner and Occupational Therapist at Sensory Inclusive Schools
13.45 – 14.20Supporting executive function at home and in daily lifeCorrina Wood, Independent Trainer, Consultant and Founder of Platypus Training
14.30 – 15.05Practical strategies for supporting PDA at homeSarah Stewart, Lead Trainer at the PDA Society
15.15 – 15.50School avoidance: when the child is not the problemCarly Steel, Autism Specialist and Teacher
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