Neurodiversity affirming practice recognises and celebrates the natural variations in human brain functioning as an integral part of human diversity. In educational settings, this approach moves beyond viewing neurological differences as deficits to be "fixed," instead valuing each student's unique strengths, perspectives, and ways of experiencing the world. When schools embrace neurodiversity as the rule rather than the exception, they create environments where all students can authentically flourish, regardless of their neurotype. This shift in perspective is transformative - it promotes respect for individual strengths and needs, reduces stigma, and creates spaces where both neurodivergent and neurotypical students can thrive together. By designing our learning environments with neurodiversity in mind from the outset, rather than as an afterthought, we ensure that education becomes truly accessible and enriching for every learner.
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