Dr Kathy Connolly
kathrynconnolly.bsky.social
Dr Kathy Connolly
@kathrynconnolly.bsky.social
Child & Educational Psychologist | UEL alumni 🌟| interested in neuroaffirming and anti-racist practice | champion of pupil voice and accessible psychology ❤️ | ☕️ then work…

Research: Supporting autistic girls’ school wellbeing
Empowering autistic young people's voices is key to creating communities which are neuro-inclusive. Pupil voice and person-centred approaches should be key pillars of school practice and Educational Psychologists can support school staff emancipate the lived experiences of all neurodivergent pupils
August 6, 2025 at 10:56 AM
A lack of awareness of how autistic girls experience school wellbeing is no longer an excuse for an absence of person-centred adjustments and support. Understanding how autistic girls conceptualise school wellbeing also guides early intervention work and whole school neuro-affirming practice.
August 6, 2025 at 10:56 AM
A beautifully written and powerful article Tiffany. I am sharing with colleagues here in Luton to help our school leaders reframe ‘behaviour’ and support neuro affirming practice.
August 5, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Where in the country are you based Emma? I can highly recommend Luton. I did my TEP training here and have stayed. The team and the schools are amazing ❤️
April 3, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Got to love a Solution Circle …24 mins to the first next step!
March 5, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Really enjoyed the seminar Keith.
January 30, 2025 at 7:55 PM
I write letters to high school students summarising our pupil views work and ask them to review them prior to consultation (if they don’t want to attend). Their views are central in the conversation. For primary, I try and write a one page visual summary as often as possible. It’s respectful.
January 26, 2025 at 8:23 AM
UEL say that the research from newly qualified yr 3 is now available in the UEL repository.
January 22, 2025 at 8:26 PM
I headed to Hobbycraft for a mix of beads and buttons. Good luck!
January 16, 2025 at 6:53 AM
Thanks Dee! Happy to help if you want to get in touch x
January 3, 2025 at 10:31 PM