--- title: Celebrating Neurodiversity Week description: Redmaids' High School celebrates Neurodiversity Week with a range of activities. image: https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hubfs/IMG_0755.jpeg --- [![Black left aligned RHS GDST logo](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/logos/Black%20left%20aligned%20RHS%20GDST%20logo.png?width=215&height=100&name=Black%20left%20aligned%20RHS%20GDST%20logo.png "Black left aligned RHS GDST logo")](https://www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) [Back to Main Site](https://www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) [![Redmaids' High School](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Redmaids_High_School_April2021/images/mobile-logo.png?width=270&height=472&name=mobile-logo.png "Redmaids' High School")](https://www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) [Back to Main Site](https://www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) [\< Back to Blog](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/) # Celebrating Neurodiversity Week ![IMG\_0755](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_0755.jpeg?width=824&height=365&name=IMG_0755.jpeg)This week, the whole school has come together to celebrate Neurodiversity Week, recognising the many ways people think, learn and experience the world. In the Senior School, the week began with an inspiring assembly led by guest speaker Libby Scott. Libby is a young autistic author whose writing has resonated with readers across the country. Her books provide an honest and insightful window into the lived experience of autism, helping others understand neurodiversity with greater empathy and clarity. Many of our own students have read all of her books and are huge fans! During the assembly, Libby shared her personal experiences and reflections, offering thought-provoking insights for all of us. She also spent time with members of the Neurodiversity Club in a focused session, creating a valuable opportunity for deeper discussion. ![20260319\_132326943\_iOS](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/20260319_132326943_iOS.jpg?width=266&height=355&name=20260319_132326943_iOS.jpg)Later in the week, our Year 12 SEND Psychology students delivered an engaging talk titled “Diversity in Personality Traits – Insights into the Introvert and Extrovert Brain.” Speaking to students in Years 7–9, they explored the ‘Big Five’ model of personality, discussing key differences between introversion and extroversion, including the brain chemistry that underpins these traits. The session also highlighted the “quiet power of introverts,” encouraging students to see how being reserved or reflective can be a real strength. Students from across different year groups also enjoyed a creative, hands-on session making their own fidget toys. Led by Mrs Hall, this activity helped students explore practical tools to support focus and self-regulation. And to round off the week, we were delighted to host a SEND Coffee Morning in collaboration with the Bristol Parent Carer Forum. This event created an important space for parents, carers and staff to come together in an open and supportive environment. It was a wonderful chance to continue important conversations and help strengthen our collective understanding of how best to celebrate and support neurodiverse young people.   ![Open Day Brochure Icons](https://news.redmaidshigh.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Open%20Day%20Brochure%20Icons.png?width=307&height=307&name=Open%20Day%20Brochure%20Icons.png)Our Junior School pupils have also been fully involved this week. Highlights included a Neurodiversity Assembly, where children learned about different ways of thinking and the unique “superpowers” these can bring. Pupils also shared a “table talk” activity designed to encourage family discussions about individual strengths, challenges, and how every brain works differently. In the Junior Library, we held a special event inviting children and parents to look at the range of dyslexia-friendly Barrington Stoke books we have available, with the librarian and Learning Enhancement team on hand. We also had a reading challenge for Years 5 and 6 featuring texts with neurodivergent main characters. Across PSHE and classroom sessions, pupils have been exploring themes of difference, acceptance and kindness. A series of thought-provoking morning challenges has further deepened their understanding of a range of neurodivergent experiences. It has been an enriching week for our whole school community. 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