Celebrating Neurodiversity - Learning Together in October 

October provides a wonderful opportunity to recognise and celebrate neurodiversity and the many different ways that people think, learn, and experience the world. 

At St Anthony’s, we are proud to be a community where every learner’s strengths and challenges are understood, valued and supported. When we deepen our understanding of neurodiversity, we strengthen our capacity to create classrooms that truly belong to everyone.

For families wanting to learn more or connect with practical supports, there are some excellent resources available this month:

Autism Parenting Summit - Free Online Event
autismparentingsummit.com
This virtual summit brings together leading experts and parents who share practical strategies and insights for supporting children on the autism spectrum at home and at school.

Autism Queensland - autismqld.com.au
Offers information, therapy and family support services throughout Queensland.

Raising Children Network – raisingchildren.net.au
Provides trusted, evidence-based advice for parents, including information on autism, ADHD, dyslexia and other learning differences.

Be You – beyou.edu.au
A national initiative that supports schools, early learning services and families in promoting mental health, wellbeing, and inclusion.

ADHD Foundation – adhdfoundation.org.au
Provides education, advocacy and support services for families navigating ADHD, including webinars, workshops and practical parenting advice.

Dyslexia Support Australia – dyslexiasupportaustralia.com.au
An online community offering resources, support groups and guidance for parents supporting children with dyslexia and related learning differences.

At St Anthony’s, our shared goal is to nurture confident, capable learners by recognising that each child’s journey is different. By working together we continue to build a community where every learner is known, understood, and celebrated.

Nichole Denman,

Assistant Principal Pedagogy & Learning