Why we are needed
The challenge we’re tackling
School isn’t working for too many neurodivergent teens
44% of autistic students experience bullying at school.
Giftedness is often overlooked, especially when combined with learning differences.
Many families turn to homeschooling, correspondence, or health school because mainstream classrooms don’t fit.
The stakes are high — but so is the potential
Autistic and ADHD young people are at higher risk of anxiety, depression, and school dropout.
Dyslexia and ADHD make gaining qualifications and keeping employment more difficult.
Yet, with the right support, these same young people thrive — using their creativity, focus, and problem-solving in extraordinary ways.
Getting help is harder than it should be
A diagnosis in New Zealand can cost $700+ and take 6–12 months.
Most teachers receive little training on neurodiversity or giftedness.
Schools are stretched, making it hard to meet individual needs.
How we’re different
what is it that makes us able to do things that mainstream hasn’t been able to - for inspo for this you can use the info on the ‘Our solution’ page that is currently not connected to the website, as well as page 9 of our Strategic & Implementation plan.
We’re not the only ones saying this…
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The problems with New Zealand’s approach to dyslexia
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What the Neurodiversity in Education Coalition has to say
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The barriers to education in New Zealand for neurodivergent learners
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The problems with New Zealand’s access to neurodivergent diagnoses and support
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Expert concerns about New Zealand’s mainstream education system’s ability to provide for neurodivergent learners