Consultancy for Schools and Trusts

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AET Specialist Consultancy Tailored Solutions for Real Challenges

We understand that schools today face growing challenges in supporting neurodivergent learners.  

Common issues include staff lacking time to access specialist training, inconsistent SEND strategies, and deciding upon the best way to utilise scarce resources.

The Autism Education Trust’s (AET) Specialist Consultancy Service is designed to help schools overcome these challenges and improve outcomes for all learners. 

A great example of our impact is our work with The Liberty Academy Trust.  

As a newly formed Trust, Liberty Academy Trust had high ambitions to deliver best practice across its three schools to ensure its place at the forefront of delivering excellence in good autism practice. 

By partnering with us, the Trust received tailored consultancy and practical training which adopted the latest thinking on optimising the learning environment. 

Staff were empowered to develop a unified approach to good autism practice, ultimately transforming how they supported autistic and neurodivergent learners and boosting staff confidence.  

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AET’s consultancy is built to address the specific challenges we know schools face.  

We provide: 

  • Specialist staff training: Equip teachers, support staff, and leaders with practical, research-based strategies to confidently support autistic students and other SEND needs. 
  • Consistent SEND strategies: We work with your leadership team to create a cohesive approach to SEND that ensures every student receives the right support, no matter their needs. 
  • Cost-effective solutions: Our consultancy is designed to maximise your existing resources, providing practical, scalable support that works within your budget. 
  • Managing complex needs: Help staff understand and address complex needs and distressed behaviour with effective, evidence-backed strategies that foster a positive learning environment. 
  • Expertise: Since 2007, the AET has a proven track record of helping schools like Liberty Trust transform their good autism practice to create long-term, sustainable improvements that benefit both students and staff. 

Partner with AET’s Specialist Consultancy Service to strengthen your SEND provision and create a truly inclusive environment for all learners.

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How we help Schools and Trusts

Schools and Trusts ‘Starter Pack’ 

Level 1 includes: 

  • Initial conversation – 30 mins for free  
  • Review of current services (visits) 
  • Training needs analysis  
  • Recommendations report  
  • Training resources and/or delivery – standard or bespoke   

CONSULTANCY PACKAGE COST: FROM £5,000 per setting  

In addition, we can tailor our consultancy to include: 

All of Level 1  

Plus: 

  • Sensory Environment audit and recommendations 
  • OR Support with setting up Autism Champions structure 
  • OR Mentoring support for leaders 
  • OR Developing an Autistic/Neurodivergent Young Expert’s Panel 

CONSULTANCY COST: Tailored to meet need 

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