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How ABA Therapy Supports Communication
When your child has difficulty communicating, it is completely natural to focus on speech, on hearing their voice, on wanting them to talk. After all, being able to speak often...
How We Support Autistic Children with Food Challenges
At First Bridge Education, food technology is not about cooking; it is a structured and therapeutic gateway into the sensory world for children with autism. Recently, our pupils...
What Happens After Nursery?
A Guide to Transition Planning for Children with Additional Needs For many families, finding the right nursery for a child with additional needs is a huge milestone. But as the...
How do you prepare an autistic child for school?
Starting school is a big milestone for every child, but for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), or other learning disabilities, it can...
Choosing the Right SEN Nursery: A Guide for Parents
When your child shows signs of developmental delay, finding the right nursery can feel overwhelming. For families seeking specialised support, a Special Educational Needs (SEN)...
How to Support Your Autistic Toddler Over the Summer Holidays
The summer holidays can be a welcome break for many families, but for autistic toddlers, the loss of familiar routines, environments, and support structures can be overwhelming....
How to Help Your Child Stay Cool in Hot Weather
As summer temperatures rise, it becomes increasingly important to help children stay safe, comfortable, and regulated in the heat, particularly those with autism or sensory...
Baby and Toddler Development Milestones
"My 15-month-old isn't talking yet — should I be worried?" It's completely normal to feel anxious when milestones seem delayed. While some children speak later than...
Supporting Inclusive Play with Friends from Danes Hill School
At First Bridge Education, we believe in the power of community, play, and positive peer interaction to support every child’s development. Last week, we were thrilled to welcome...