Aspect Treetop School has officially unveiled the restored historic Ashford House alongside new outdoor learning and playground spaces, marking a major milestone for Autistic students and families in South Australia.
New ARCAP research shows that a brief two-hour self-compassion workshop can significantly improve the mental wellbeing of parents of Autistic children, helping them feel less overwhelmed and reducing symptoms of depression in as little as two weeks.
Aspect students from the Central Coast School are operating a student-run coffee van in Sydney’s CBD, gaining real-world employment skills while highlighting the importance of creating inclusive pathways to work for Autistic young people.
Aspect is proud to be partnering again with Disney Theatrical Group to offer a relaxed performance of THE LION KING at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre on Saturday 29 August at 1:30pm.
New independent YouGov research commissioned by Aspect has found that nearly one in four Australians (24%) expect Autistic people to adapt their behaviour in order to fit into society.
Aspect has hosted the second event in its Community of Practice (CoP) series, bringing together educators, researchers, policy leaders and people with lived experience to explore practical approaches to inclusive education for Autistic students.
New analysis of enrolment demand across Aspect schools shows autism-specific education in NSW, and the associated teacher training required to deliver it, is under unprecedented pressure. Student waitlists are set to climb from almost 1,000 children today to more than 1,880 by 2030.
Aspect Treetop School is launching South Australia’s first autism-specific distance education program, providing a flexible, fully accredited learning option for Autistic students in Years 3–6 who may struggle with traditional school settings or live in regional and remote areas.
Dating apps are helping many Autistic adults form meaningful connections and long-term relationships, but new research from Aspect shows the experience often comes with high emotional costs and serious safety concerns.