MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING

Next week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week!   March 16th to 20th 2026

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. The week recognises the many skills and talents of neurodivergent individuals and celebrates differences.

What is Neurodiversity?

When it comes to inclusion, neurodiversity refers to a world where neurological differences are recognised and respected.

Depending on how our brains are wired we think, move, process information and communicate in different ways. Many people in our community use neurodiversity as an umbrella term used to describe alternative thinking styles such as Dyslexia, DCD (Dyspraxia), Dyscalculia, Autism and ADHD. But regardless of labels, neurodiversity is about recognising those who think differently. We can all benefit from different thinkers! Approximately 15-20% of population has a neurological difference. Instead of labelling people with deficits or disorders, when we use the term neurodiversity, we take a balanced view of an individual’s unique strengths and challenges. Many challenges neurodivergent people face are more to do with the environment and systems they are placed in, often designed by a majority population.

Next week all year levels will participate in conversations and activities about neurodiversity. This focus will supplement the ongoing conversations we have here at Chilwell about Inclusion. We can’t wait to share our reflections in the next newsletter. 

Source:https://www.neurodiversityweek.com/ 

Virginnia Gilham   - Inclusive Practices Leader