Education Resources
This page is for anyone interested in obtaining free educational resources to support disadvantaged young people with access to nature based careers.
If you would like your webpage to be linked, then please contact us with a short summary of what you offer.
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. It aims to transform how neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported by providing schools, universities, and organisations with the opportunity to recognise the many talents and advantages of being neurodivergent, while creating more inclusive and equitable cultures that celebrate differences and empower every individual.
Free Trees for Schools: The Woodland Trust
Who can apply?
Schools across the UK, plus nurseries, colleges, universities and outdoor learning centres
All kinds of different groups such as resident associations, sports clubs, parish councils, scouts, guides and many more.
You don’t need to belong to an official organisation, but you must be not-for-profit
Free School Gardening Resources: The Royal Horticultural Society
The RHS Campaign for School Gardening inspires and supports schools to provide children with gardening opportunities to enhance their skills and boost their development.
Why register?
Registration is free
Receive a free welcome pack containing seeds, plant labels, stickers, posters and more
Receive great rewards, certificates and support as you progress through the School Gardening Awards
Gain access to free, downloadable resources including information sheets, practical activities and lesson plans to help you make the most of your school garden
Discover our programme of school gardening training courses designed to give you the confidence to create learning experiences that impact children’s achievement, health and well-being
Take part in our competitions for a chance to win great gardening prizes
Receive regular newsletters containing the latest news, offers and advice
Read our School Stories and get inspiration from what other schools are doing their garden
Log in and find news, training courses and information specific to your local area
Disabled Gardening: Disability Grant
This very useful website has access to a broad range of grants, including for access to gardening and other autism education resources, such as school grants for specialist equipment.
It was founded by Julia Tyrrell, from Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, who set up the site after finding it difficult to access funding for specialist equipment for her son, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy.
Details on the website include:
where to go and how long it may take to apply.
A directory of disability groups that is now used by councils, charities and schools.
Higher Education Disabled Students Allowances
Eligibility
You can apply for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs) if you live in England and have a disability that affects your ability to study, such as a:
learning difficulty, for example dyslexia or ADHD
mental health condition like anxiety or depression
physical disability, for example if you’re partially sighted or have to use crutches
long-term health condition such as cancer, chronic heart disease or HIV
You must also:
be an undergraduate or postgraduate student (including Open University or distance learning)
qualify for student finance from Student Finance England
be studying on a course that lasts at least a year
Supporting Students with Irlen Syndrome: The University of York
Summary information on how to recognise Irlen syndrome and how to support students with this difference in visual perception.
Sometimes called Scotopic Sensitivity or Meares-Irlen Syndrome, this perceptual processing problem partially explains the difficulties experienced by 46 per cent of people with reading problems.
Free School Learning Resources: The National Autistic Society
The National Autistic Society supplies free general learning resources to schools including:
Films, assemblies and tutor time and follow-up activities.
Former Love Island contestant, Niall Aslam, talks about his autism and time at school for secondary schools.
You can meet the Trummies – six colourful characters who help celebrate difference for primary pupils.
For early years, we have a circle time film and activities.
Education Issues and Tourette Syndrome
This publication is written for both teachers and parents so that they can help children with TS to achieve their full potential within the education system.
Dycalculia and other resources from SENTeacher
Free Special Needs Teaching Resources Since 1999
An Evidence Based Guide to Anxiety in Autism: City University of London and West Sussex County Council
This guide explains why anxiety in Autism is different and includes methods to support autistic young people with positive mental health.
“Over the past 10-15 years, research has confirmed what many parents and teachers have long suspected – that many autistic children often experience very significant levels of anxiety. This guide provides an overview of what is currently known about anxiety in autism; how common it is, what causes it, and what strategies might help to manage and reduce it. By combining the latest research evidence with experience based recommendations for best practice, the aim of this guide is to help educators and other professionals make informed decisions about how to promote mental health and well-being in autistic children under their care.”
MIND Mental Health Toolkits and Advice
Working with universities
Mental health charity MIND are working with ten local Mind and university partnerships between now and August 2021 to improve both staff and student wellbeing. The programme aligns with the whole-university approach set out in UUK's StepChange framework and the University Mental Health Charter being developed by Student Minds.
Support in the workplace
Mental Health at Work is a new online gateway, developed by MIND. The site brings together resources, toolkits, blogs and case studies into one place.
Open Educational Resources from Attitude
A summary of digital resources available to help students overcome learning differences and let them unlock their potential.
7 Houseplants for Hay fever and Pet Allergy Sufferers: Architypes article on NASA study
Some evidence shows a link between autism, ADHD and higher rates of allergies. This article recommends specific plants for indoor air filtering.
The Low Allergy Garden: The Royal College of Pathologists
The Low Allergy Garden was created for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2016, to showcase plants that are ideal for people who suffer from hay fever.
Education Strategy for Horticulture: The Royal Horticultural Society
Horticulture Matters, explains how partners in the Horticulture industry are tackling the growing crisis in UK Horticulture that is threatening our economy, environment and food security.
“Horticulture contributes £9 billion to the UK economy every year and employs around 300,000 people across a variety of disciplines.”
Including:
Recruiting industry ambassadors
Delivering horticultural 'test drives' to schools and colleges
Promoting the GrowCareers website
Delivering GrowCareers days
Supporting horticulture and guidance for schools
Facilitating businesses to work with schools
Promoting apprenticeship opportunities
Encouraging more take-up of horticultural courses
Delivering a public information campaign regarding plant health
Notifying Government of emerging threats