Why Is Autism in Girls So Often Missed at School? How to Recognise the Less Obvious Signs

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Why Is Autism in Girls So Often Missed at School? How to Recognise the Less Obvious Signs

autism spectrum support

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Why Is Autism in Girls So Often Missed at School? How to Recognise the Less Obvious Signs

A girl participates in lessons, follows the rules and seems to manage friendships. But does that mean she's coping as well as she appears? Some autistic girls mask their difficulties at school, while others show signs that don't match common expectations of autism. As a result, their support needs may go unrecognised.

This practical webinar will help you spot less obvious signs of autism in girls, understand what masking can look like in school and explore ways to provide appropriate classroom support.

Nayla Raisi

Specialist in autism spectrum support

Is this for you?

Primary and secondary school teachers, including those working in specialist provisions
Teaching assistants and learning support staff
SENCOs and inclusion leads
School leadership teams
Educational psychologists and therapists working in schools
Education professionals involved in identifying, supporting or working with autistic pupils

What you will take away?

Recognising autism in girls isn't always straightforward. Some may have difficulties with social interactions, managing emotions or coping with classroom demands, even when these challenges aren't immediately apparent. You'll explore how autism can present differently in girls, why some mask their difficulties and which social, emotional and behavioural indicators teachers can look out for.

The webinar also examines what happens when a pupil appears to be coping but is struggling beneath the surface. Through real-life examples, you'll see how masking can affect autistic girls and explore practical ways to respond to their needs in everyday school situations.

You'll learn how to:

Challenge common assumptions: Understand why autism in girls may be overlooked or misunderstood, and how presentations can differ from familiar stereotypes.
Recognise masking: Explore why some autistic girls conceal their difficulties at school and what this behaviour can look like.
Notice subtle signs: Identify social, emotional and behavioural indicators that may warrant closer attention and support.
Understand the impact of masking: Recognise why appearing to cope doesn't always mean a pupil is managing well emotionally.
Learn from real-life cases: Explore examples of how autism can present in girls across different school situations.
Make your classroom more inclusive: Discover practical strategies for responding to autistic girls' needs and supporting their participation in learning.

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Nayla Raisi

SEND, autism, ADHD, inclusive education, mainstream and specialist teaching

Mon 16 November 2026 • 6pm UK time - 60 minutes

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