Social skills for autistic children
Autistic children are often willing. The missing piece is a way to start, a way to wait, and a way to leave. We do not run a programme whose only goal is eye contact.
Written by the Inclusive Developmental and Therapy Center therapy team · medically reviewed by Dr Muhammad Suffyan, MB BS (GMC 8023727) · Last reviewed September 2026
What we teach
Getting attention without grabbing. A script or card for “can I play?”. Recovering from a no. Mahnoor: autism and social skills. Programme: autism support.
Teens
Loneliness after school is a different job. See friendships for autistic teens.
Scripts, cards and real games
A card for “can I play?” is a start. It has to be used in a real game, then faded. A folder of social stories on the fridge that never leave the fridge is not the work.
Non-speaking children can still request. Communication. Autism support.
Teens
Loneliness after school is not solved by a toddler turn-taking game. See friendships for autistic teens and teenagers.
Other pages in this programme
Autism — questions parents ask
Will you make them more typical?
No. We teach skills they can use. We do not sell typical as the finish line.
They have no words. Can this still start?
Yes. Requesting can be a card, a reach or a look. See communication.
Will you make them look typical in class?
No. We teach skills they can use. Typical is not the finish line.
Ask about autism
A short, friendly conversation is the best first step. Call, text or WhatsApp us — we’ll listen and guide you, with no pressure.
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