In Novitate Vitae
St Bede's Catholic
College
NEURODIVERSITY CELEBRATION WEEK
We are proud to be celebrating Neurodiversity Celebration Week in school this week. This important initiative challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences, while recognising and valuing the unique strengths individuals bring to our community.
Throughout the week, we have been celebrating the many talents and differences within our school, with the aim of continuing to build a more inclusive and supportive environment for all. A range of lunchtime drop-in sessions have taken place, including opportunities to gather student voice on what helps them learn best and how peers can become better allies. We have also hosted a neurodivergent girls’ meet-up, a session focused on access arrangements for tests and exams, post-16 study skills support, and a dyslexia drop-in session.
Around the school, displays have been sharing advice and experiences from neurodiverse staff, helping to raise awareness and spark meaningful conversations. It has been particularly encouraging to hear students discussing neurodiversity in the corridors and engaging thoughtfully with the themes of the week.
As always, we remain committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every student feels understood, supported and able to thrive.