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Lionheart’s tutoring programmes for children with autism

For many autistic children who are being homeschooled, the issue is not that they are unable to learn; it’s that the way the information is being processed and how they respond to the teaching. Being away from a noisy and busy classroom can work wonders for many autistic children, giving them the ability to focus on the actual learning rather than the unpredictability of mainstream schools.

While many parents see their children thrive in homeschooling, there is always the worry that, as they are not trained educators, they cannot deliver the quality of teaching required compared to mainstream education. Lionheart tutors work with parents to design a programme of study specifically for their child, depending on their age and level of ability.

Some parents might be comfortable teaching numeracy, literacy, and basic science when their child is in primary school, but the depth of study increases from Year 7 onwards, which can leave parents struggling.

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Learning takes place at the child’s pace

Bringing in a Lionheart tutor for a homeschooled autistic child gives the parents and the child the guarantee they’ll be learning at a suitable pace for them, with all of the most important topics covered in line with their mainstream schooled peers. One-to-one tutoring for ASD gives the child all the time they need to process the information and feel free to ask for help when they don’t quite understand something. 

Sessions are always delivered in a way that’s adapted to the child, with a clear routine, breaks when they need it, and a calm pace without the pressure of having to move on to another section when they haven’t fully understood what’s being taught. Our tutors work online as well as in-person in London to create a safe and calm environment that allows students to concentrate and develop positive study habits, leading to a marked improvement in written work. With a Lionheart tutor for home-educated ASD children, learning becomes consistent, accessible, and productive. 

 

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  • Our approach to ASD homeschooling tuition

     

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    Tuition works best for children with ASD when the programme is built exclusively around them from the very beginning. Tutors shape lessons around the needs of the child, both emotionally and academically, with a focus on long-term improvement. Support is always individual rather than generic tutoring, with the aim of creating a calm space where autistic children can engage with the material in an engaging way.

  • Well-matched tutors for autistic students

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    The matching process we undertake for each student-tutor pairing is even more important when it comes to children on the autistic spectrum. While tutor subject knowledge is of high importance, and we only work with the best, what matters equally is the patience shown and understanding of the correct communication style to use with each child. Our tutors are SEND-trained and have been DBS checked to ensure a safe environment that allows children to thrive with the right tuition.

  • Homeschooling structure built around your child

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    We know first-hand that autistic children don’t always need more hours of study, but it’s more about getting the structure right in a way that allows them to engage with tuition. If your child is coming out of mainstream school, they might have developed an aversion to formal learning with attached anxiety. Our tutors work through that in a sensible, intuitive way to rekindle their love of learning and build the tuition sessions around the unique needs of the child.

  • We emphasise steady progress with academic purpose

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    With such a wide range of circumstances related to autistic children and their home education, Lionheart tutors work hard to set clear learning outcomes from the first session. Every aspect of tuition, from the routine to the child’s stamina to learn, is taken into account when setting goals, and we can work consistently to build trust and confidence so students can shine. We can also help to meet the targets of an EHCP plan by collaborating with other professionals in the child’s life.

  • EHCP guidance and subject choices

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    It’s not uncommon for autistic children to have an ECHP (Education, Health and Care Plan) in place, whether they are in mainstream education or receiving home education. These plans are carefully compiled by several professionals, such as educational psychologists, SENCOs, and healthcare representatives, and our tutors are able to assess the needs of your child and tailor their tuition sessions accordingly. 

    Homeschooling ASD children gives parents the freedom to shape their education, and a home education programme that includes specialist tuition can give a real boost to their success. Whether you already have a curriculum that you follow or are giving your child the freedom to study topics that interest them, a Lionheart tutor meets each family where they are in the process and works alongside them to deliver bespoke tuition.

  • ASD tuition from Year 1 to Year 11

    For primary-age children, tuition might focus on developing core skills such as number fluency, reading, writing, and comprehension tasks. For KS3 secondary school children with ASD learning at home, tuition can broaden to cover English, Maths, and Science as individual topics rather than a broad approach. If your autistic child is studying toward their GCSEs from home, then we can provide specific tutors for subjects like Computer Science, French, Geography, History, as well as the individual sciences of Biology, Physics, and Chemistry. 

    Our tutors not only have a wealth of subject knowledge but also know how to translate the material into a format that is in tune with how your child learns. Some students prefer a visual approach to learning, whereas others have a natural ability for numbers, figures, and facts. Our tutors discover the best methods for each of their students to bring out the very best in them academically.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Do you offer specialist tutors for autistic children?

    Tuition with Lionheart is always bespoke, fully tailored to the educational, social, and emotional needs of your child. Tutoring children with ASD is all about finding out what method of learning works best for them, what pace they are comfortable working at, and how best to communicate concepts effectively. Tutors will work with parents and other professionals if needed to change how they deliver sessions, with a flexible approach that makes learning accessible and purposeful.

  • Can tutoring be adapted to children with sensory needs and processing differences?

    From the initial consultation with Lionheart Education, we take all of the child’s needs into account when matching them with a tutor who specialises in the correct style of tutoring your child needs to succeed. Calm, low-pressure lessons can give a sense of predictability for the child, and our tutors are always able to adapt their sessions based on feedback from interaction with your child. Lessons are centered on how the student processes the information to make academic work easier to absorb and retain long-term.

  • Can homeschooling be a better option than mainstream school for some autistic children?

    Education in mainstream schools is not always as accessible as it should be for autistic children, and even in SEN schools, there can be issues with anxiety, social demands, and sensory overload through contact with other SEN children. Homeschooling allows lessons to take place in an environment that’s familiar to them, and frequent tuition sessions with the same tutor help to develop a sense of consistency and better engagement.

  • What subjects can be covered with tuition for home-educated children with ASD?

    All of our tuition can be accessed by children with ASD and will be tailored to meet the child’s academic level and age, helping them to achieve their long-term goals. English and Maths can be taught as separate subjects for children of all ages, and our tutors can bring subjects like Science, History, and Geography to life in a way that engages children. We also offer other subjects on the curriculum, such as French and Computer Science.

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  • How do your tutors build routine and trust with an autistic student?

    We find that consistency is the key to building trust, and sessions between tutor and student become predictable and routine to provide a recognisable structure. Tutors will always remain calm and responsive to students, whether sessions are being conducted online or in-person in London, and they will never push a child beyond what they are comfortable with. Sessions can take place on the same day and at the same time each week for ongoing consistency.