4 February 2026
For parents and whānau of intellectually disabled, neurodivergent and medically fragile tamariki.
Support for tamariki during Term 1: A few reminders from Anna Mowat on how to be there for kids adjusting to a new school year (Read time: 2 mins)
How to advocate for a child with learning differences: Finding extracurricular activities, creating a "cheat sheet" for the school, and other things Nicaela Davies suggests. (Read time: 5 mins)
Building community: Finding supportive and understanding friends can be hard. Elizabeth Goodwin shares tips on how she found hers. (Read time: 5 mins)
More tips for the new school year
- Toilet training and school
- PDA kids and school
- ADHD kids and school
- All about IEPs
- How to get a teacher aide
If there's a new topic you'd like us to cover, please let us know on our website or email us at hello@awhingamatua.org.nz
Books you can borrow for FREE
The IHC Library has a number of children's books to help your whānau navigate a new school year. These are free to borrow, and are sent out nationwide, including a courier bag so you can easily return it when you're done. To learn more or become a member visit their website.
🔈Have your say
What's on your mind at the moment? How is your whānau doing? What are you struggling with?
We'd love to share your parent story. If you want to chat, please get in touch at hello@awhingamatua.org.nz
