Our Projects
We’re really pleased to share some of the amazing projects we have undertaken recently. To learn more or enquire, email Julie, our Director of Services, at julie@adhdandautism.org.
Hillingdon Transition Project
In Partnership with Hillingdon Council
The aim of the Hillingdon Transition Project is to support all Y7 students who have or are awaiting a diagnosis of ADHD or autism to help them engage in their schooling, and manage the transition to mainstream high school.
Support will be offered to all young people and their families in Hillingdon schools who have or are awaiting a diagnosis of ADHD or autism. The service will aim to help the young people manage the transition to mainstream high school and better engage in their schooling.
A training and engagement package will also be provided to all mainstream High Schools to build more neuro-affirming schools across Hillingdon, by working with peers and with the whole school staff team, to ensure each school environment is able to meet their neurodivergent pupils needs.
The Centre for ADHD and Autism Support will provide Youth and School Support Workers and an Engagement and Training Lead to deliver this support.
Impact on Pupils 2024/2025
At the end of the individualised support sessions last year, 100% of the young people ticked one of the outcomes related to improved mental wellbeing. The 74 students recorded the following outcomes:
“The Schools Project has made a meaningful contribution to fostering a more inclusive and supportive school culture. Through ongoing guidance, resources, and collaborative working, the project has helped embed a better understanding of ASD and ADHD across the school, benefiting both students and staff.”
– SENCO from pilot school
NWL Children and Young People Neurodiversity Support Offer
In Partnership with the NWL ICB
The Centre for ADHD and Autism Support (CAAS) has been commissioned by NHS North-West London ICB to provide a comprehensive pre- and post‑diagnostic support offer for families of ADHD and autistic children and young people. Building on more than a decade of specialist community support, CAAS delivers accessible, neurodivergence‑informed guidance designed to empower families and reduce pressure on clinical pathways.
Parents and carers can self‑refer by attending any drop‑in session or exploring available workshops and groups on the CAAS website. Clinicians wishing to ensure contact can refer via the online referral form (with consent).
Impact on Pupils 2024/2025
Families accessing CAAS services report improved confidence, reduced isolation, stronger coping strategies, better understanding of neurodivergence and increased readiness to engage with school, community and other services. Young people benefit from safe, inclusive spaces that build identity, connection and skills.
73%
of families referred into our services by clinicians report they are less likely to return to CAMHS or their community paediatricians.