A practical, pick-up-and-use guide that helps teachers and school staff create neurodivergent-friendly classrooms through ten clear, accessible steps.

Ten simple steps. Countless positive impacts. Supporting neurodivergent students in schools has never been more urgent, nor more challenging. Amid rising need, limited resources, and shifting policy expectations, educators are under increasing pressure to create inclusive classrooms that are both effective and sustainable. This practical guide is designed to meet that challenge head-on.

Drawing on thousands of hours of training delivered to teachers, teaching assistants, and school leaders, education expert Pooky Knightsmith distils the core principles of a neurodivergent friendly classroom into ten clear, actionable steps. Aligned with current education policy, including the Partnerships for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Schools (PINS) programme and the move towards needs-led support, this guide equips staff at every level to strengthen understanding, embed inclusive routines, and create learning environments where all pupils can thrive.

Each step offers immediately usable strategies, including "try this in the moment" boxes, classroom worksheets, and whole school team reflections. Written in Pooky's trademark warm, accessible style, this is a highly practical resource for anyone looking to make your classroom calmer, more predictable, and more responsive for neurodivergent students.

"Pooky's ten steps are practical, principled, and long overdue. This is the book I'll be recommending to every school we work with." - Founder, Autistic Girls Network charity and The Haven specialist online school & author of Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person

"This book reflects everything I value in supporting neurodivergent children. It combines practical wisdom with deep compassion and understanding. It is full of thoughtful, achievable ideas that will help neurodivergent children flourish." - Director and Clinical Lead, Insight Psychological Assessments Ltd