Early years educators are supporting neurodivergent children every day, often without training that truly reflects the realities of early childhood settings.

At Autism Supports, Early Years Educator Training is delivered by Ciara Watson, the only early years educator in Ireland specialising in training specifically focused on supporting neurodivergent children in the early years setting.

This is not adapted school-based training.
This is training designed for early years.

Why Choose Autism Supports?

With over 15 years experience working directly in early years settings and as a neurodivergent practitioner, Ciara delivers training that is:

• Practical and immediately implementable.
• Grounded in real early years environments.
• Neuro affirming and inclusive.
• Designed to build confidence.

Educators consistently report feeling more capable, informed and supported after training.

Educators Will Gain:

• Understanding  neurodivergence in early childhood.
• Understanding behaviour as communication.
• How to support emotional regulation and sensory needs.
• Building positive, respectful relationships with parents.
• Create inclusive environments.

All Early Years Educator Training options, upcoming sessions and booking details are available on our training page.