Young people work on creative or tech-based projects alongside their mentor, creating space to explore their interests, build new skills, and experience the satisfaction of creating something—at their own pace, in a space where they feel safe and understood.

Many of our young people struggle to make friends. Mentoring builds those foundations with an understanding adult, so they feel ready to connect with peers.

Mentors support young people as they figure out who they are - and help them build the confidence to be that person. From small wins to big breakthroughs, mentors help young people feel good about who they are.

Having someone outside the family to open up to is powerful - especially someone who understands.

Building genuine friendships is one of our core goals: Shared interests: Young people connect over genuine common interests. With the clubs, young people will always have two things in common with other members - a common interest like Anime or Minecraft, as well as their neurodivergence, providing a great place to start to build new friendships. Shared experiences: Children and young people share their experiences (if they want to) and realise that others feel the same way they do Ongoing relationships: Weekly clubs and mentoring create space for friendships to develop naturally Safe spaces: Our neurodivergent-affirming environment helps young people be their authentic selves. It’s a safe space to chat about a hyper fixation or just hang out with like-minded people. Club leaders are also always on hand to help navigate friendships online. Community building: We have an online community space where young people can continue connecting between sessions

Supporting children and young people who are taking a break from education, have struggled with in-person activities, or experienced bullying is central to what we do here. Our sessions provide a safe space where they can find others who have had similar experiences so they won’t feel so alone.

Yes, we try to keep people in our systems as much as possible. Online Community: We provide a safe, moderated online space for continued connection Gaming Connections: Young people often friend each other in games like Roblox. If you become a Roblox or Minecraft member, your child will get free access to the private Uncommon Roblox / Minecraft servers every day 10am until 8pm. This is especially popular with those who are currently not in full time education. Parent facilitated: We can connect parents who want to arrange additional meetups or gaming sessions. Please let us know after a session if you want us to pass your details on to other participants.

The Class Pass gives you 10 sessions for £100 (just £10/session). Use it for: Creative Afternoons Community Clubs Community Hour sessions (where applicable) 👉 Camps are not included in the Class Pass.

As a member you will receive a reduced rate per session. We also offer a 30% discount on our clubs and courses to those on Universal Credit. And if you would like to speak to us about a payment plan, please drop us an email at hello@uncommonminds.co.uk to discuss this with us.

We prefer to reschedule when possible. Please contact us at hello@uncommonminds.co.uk to discuss your specific situation and/or alternative session times and dates.

Yes! Your membership keeps your regular club spot, and the Class Pass gives you affordable flexibility to try extras.

You can: Switch to our Go Slow plan (use your 4 sessions over 6 weeks) Or keep your regular membership and double up in some weeks – totally fine!

Technical issues with platforms like can sometimes occur. If you’re struggling to get into sessions please hello@uncommonminds.co.uk, and we'll help troubleshoot the problem and if something isn’t working while you’re in the session, our club leaders are always on hand to help smooth out any technical issues.

You’ll find a list of any specific bits of kit you’ll need on the individual club pages [link].

Yes. You can join with cameras on or off; you can join with the mic on or off; you can use the chatbox / messaging or simply keep yourself to yourself. It’s totally up to you.

Yes. You can use the Zoom chat to share comments or to DM club leaders directly. We also use Slido in many sessions, which is an anonymous survey tool where club and course leaders ask questions or share polls. Lots of club members also use the Roblox and Minecraft chats to communicate with each other.

We run our sessions on Zoom. If your young person is gaming or using other software, we will all meet on Zoom, and then move into servers or other virtual environments together. We will share a list of any technology or tools you will require for each session following sign up. Please check your confirmation email to prepare. Before your session, ensure you have a Zoom account and can sign in. If you're still having issues, reply to our email or contact us immediately. We recommend testing your Zoom access beforehand. For gaming or games design sessions, please read our setup instructions and ensure you've installed and logged into the relevant platforms in plenty of time before the club starts.

Yes, you can book session blocks or multiple courses. We often offer package deals for multiple sessions.

That’s what Uncommon is for! We offer a Class Pass (10 Community clubs, Creative afternoons or Community hour sessions for £100 (just £10/session).

Yes, we record most sessions and can provide access to recordings when children are absent. Please contact us at hello@uncommonminds.co.uk to request the session recording.

Session confirmations and Zoom links are typically sent 24-48 hours before the session. If you haven't received your session confirmation within 24 hours of booking, please check your spam folder first. If it's not there, email us at hello@uncommonminds.co.uk with your child’s name and session details and we'll resend it immediately.

You can book through our website at bemoreuncommon.com or by emailing us with your child's name, age, and preferred program. We need your child's name, age, and any relevant information about their needs or circumstances that might help us provide better support.

Yes, we understand that scheduling conflicts happen. Please email us at hello@uncommonminds.co.uk as soon as possible to discuss rescheduling options.

Safeguarding our members is our top priority and underpins every decision we make. Clear policies: We have comprehensive safeguarding and privacy policies. Read here. Private gaming servers: We use our own private Minecraft servers and Roblox servers so no one can join unless they are paid members of Uncommon. Vetted & well-trained staff: Our recruitment involves rigorous background checks. All staff are DBS checked and trained in online safeguarding Monitored communication: All chat and voice communication happens within our supervised session

Our neurodivergent team recognizes dysregulation signs early and responds with understanding: Sensory awareness: We monitor for overstimulation and adjust accordingly (e.g., muting all participants when noise levels get too high) Immediate support: Our team members can move children to private breakout rooms for calming support Parent contact: We'll contact parents if additional support is needed Follow-up: We check in after sessions to ensure everyone feels supported Our facilitators approach every interaction with genuine compassion, respect, and acceptance. When children are struggling, we meet them where they are with understanding rather than judgment. We see challenging behaviors as communication of unmet needs rather than problems to be fixed.

We only use private Uncommon servers for Roblox and Minecraft and the club leaders are always there to keep a close eye on what is happening in session. Every club is run by a club leader who is a digital native who will model positive gaming behaviours and provide subtle guidance on how to build healthy friendships online. We also have a clear set of guidelines of how we expect members to behave when they are in our servers and we keep a close eye to make sure everyone respects these.

We have had a lot of experience supporting anxious young people who may have experienced peer rejection or bullying, or be vulnerable to exploitation. During our sessions we can provide mentor support as well as guidance on healthy friendships. Our clubs are a safe space to ‘practice’ friendships whilst getting advice from others. Our courses are also a great way for your child to better understand their neurodivergence and how to manage situations that they may find challenging.

We keep small group sizes and experienced team members to help prevent most conflicts. However, conflict happens, and is a natural part of social learning. Here’s our approach: Collaborative problem-solving: We work with young people to resolve issues rather than imposing punishments Individual support: Private breakout rooms for one-on-one conversations when needed Repair and learning: Focus on understanding, repair, and learning from conflicts rather than punishment Clear communication: We keep parents informed about any significant incidents and our response

Our approach is always to handle situations with compassion and respect, focusing on the child's emotional needs first. We believe in transparent communication with families. If any incident occurs during a session, we proactively contact parents afterward to explain what happened and how we addressed it. This ensures you're never left wondering about your child's experience and can continue any conversations or support at home if needed.

We understand that group settings can feel overwhelming. Our team is experienced in supporting anxious young people. Here are some ways we support anxious young people: Gentle Introduction: We can provide detailed information about session structure, group sizes, and facilitators beforehand Flexible Participation: No pressure to turn cameras on, speak aloud, or participate in ways that feel uncomfortable Breakout Support: If needed, we can create private breakout rooms during sessions for one-on-one support Mentor Support: For those doing mentoring, their mentor can join them in clubs initially for extra support No Pressure Policy: If they're not ready to participate on any given day, that's completely okay No Masking: We encourage young people to move around, stim, fidget, bring their favourite plushy or pet to session, whatever they need to feel more relaxed.

This is completely normal, we understand neurodivergent young people have varying energy levels and needs. We encourage a gentle approach and can discuss strategies to help your child feel more comfortable. There's no pressure to participate if they're not ready and sessions are recorded so they can catch up later if they wish.

Our team gets to know each child as an individual through ongoing participation. When a child has a challenging moment, our team don't have to guess what might work - they know that specific child's patterns, preferences, and what strategies have been effective before. Our team communicates and shares insights about each child, building a comprehensive understanding that goes beyond standard best practices. This means your child receives truly personalised support rather than one-size-fits-all approaches.

We use breakout rooms thoughtfully to support children experiencing sensory challenges. If a child is overwhelmed by noise or activity, we can move them to a calmer space without making them feel excluded or different. This is always done with sensitivity and care, celebrating the child's self-awareness about their needs. The way we handle this ensures that children who need to move away from stimulation don't feel punished - it's presented as taking care of themselves, which is something to be proud of.

Yes, of course. If you email us at hello@uncommonminds.co.uk and let us know which club your child is joining, we can make the club leader aware. They will then support your child during the session and make sure they are managing ok.

Absolutely. We offer guidance on managing sensory sensitivities and can adapt our sessions accordingly. We also run webinars on "Sensory Sensitivities" for parents.

No long-term commitment: Try a few sessions to see if it's a good fit Flexible adjustments: We can change mentors, try different clubs, or adjust approaches. If group work isn't right, we can focus on individual mentoring Honest communication: We'll work with you to understand what's not working and make changes

We celebrate all the ways children express themselves! Our sessions are designed so that children can be noisy, distracted, or simply not want to participate in certain activities while still remaining part of the group. We understand that children have different needs and energy levels, and we work with that rather than against it. When children become excited or chatty, we often turn it into a positive group experience. For example, if everyone starts shouting "cheese" and being silly, we might take a break and let everyone shout as loudly as they need to - giving them the outlet they're seeking rather than trying to suppress their natural energy.

Yes, our sessions are designed to accommodate various skill levels, and our facilitators adapt activities to meet individual needs.

We maintain an excellent ratio of children to facilitators specifically so we can provide individual attention when needed. This means there's always someone available to support a child who might be struggling, without taking away from the experience of other participants. Our hosts are trained to recognise when a child needs additional support and can respond immediately and appropriately.

Absolutely. Our neurodivergent team has extensive experience supporting young people with PDA and sessions are designed with this in mind: Demand-friendly language: We use collaborative language ("I'm going to ask a question now" rather than "Tell me about...") Choice and autonomy: Young people always have control over how they participate Flexible structure: We adapt activities based on what feels manageable each day No forced participation: Everything is invitation-based rather than demand-based Understanding team: Our facilitators understand PDA and won't take non-participation personally

We have made it as easy and flexible as possible. The best thing to do is to download the Momence app here and use it to book and manage your sessions (instant booking is also available). We also pride ourselves on our quick email response time (we know how frustrating it is to have to wait when your child needs help) and that we are on hand to help you problem solve if you are struggling to find the right options.

No. You can book a taster session for £10 to give the club a go. After that, you can simply pay as you go, booking each session as and when it feels right. This option means you have the flexibility to go with the flow of your child’s needs and interests.

We typically recommend: Start with Mentoring: Builds a key relationship and confidence Add Clubs Gradually: Once comfortable, try clubs aligned with interests Consider Courses: If appropriate for your child's needs and stage For anxious young people, starting with mentoring provides the safest introduction to our community.

Email us: hello@uncommonminds.co.uk with your child's name, age, and interests Brief call: We'll schedule a short conversation to understand your child's needs Tailored recommendations: We'll suggest the best starting point for your child Introductory session: Begin with a low-pressure introduction to our community

Yes, definitely. Our courses about ‘Understanding my brain’ are a great way to help young people better understand how they experience their neurodivergence and how to manage the situations they may find challenging. They will also see that others do experience the world like they do and that they are not alone.

Yes we do, we have young people from across the world as we are fully remote. We just require your young person to be able to participate in English and we apply the same standards of ID verification that we do in the UK to ensure the safety of our young people.

We support young people aged 8-16 with neurodivergence, including those who are: Awaiting formal diagnosis Recently diagnosed Self-identifying as neurodivergent Have diagnoses of autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or other neurodivergent differences Our approach is flexible and responsive to individual needs, regardless of diagnostic status.

Yes, we can support various educational goals: Academic skills: Many of our mentors are also tutors (some with advanced degrees) Study skills: Neurodivergent-friendly study strategies and organisation Project-based learning: Gamified learning through Minecraft Education, Roblox Education, etc. Transition support: Helping young people prepare for new educational settings Alternative provision: We can be part of EOTAS (Education Other Than At School) packages

We want to make sure that every young person who joins Uncommon feels seen and understood. Getting to see how others have navigated squiggly paths through education (time out from school, home education, alternative provision etc) and come out the other side is really reassuring. The club leaders are all genuinely passionate about their club topic, so can really share in your child’s passions. They are also digital natives so are very happy in the online community. Our club leaders often become a really positive, aspirational role model for our members. We also have a powerful role model series where we talk to people from the ND community about their passions and experiences growing up. Everything we do is about trying to reinforce positive messages about being neurodiverse.

Yes, definitely. Our courses about ‘Understanding my brain’ are a great way to help young people better understand how they experience their neurodivergence and how to manage the situations they may find challenging. They will also see that others do experience the world like they do and that they are not alone.

We run our sessions 48 weeks per year, so that our members get to join their clubs throughout the year, without the dreaded ‘holiday’ lapse.

Yes. Our mentors and club leaders are digital natives so can meet the young people where they are when gaming and socialising online. This allows them to support them in the areas they need it, whether it is social skills and friendships, technical gaming skills or growing their knowledge and expertise around specific topics, such as drawing or animal welfare.

Yes. Please send an email to hello@uncommonminds.co.uk to book a call with us, or share your needs. We can then draft a short document setting out how the services you’d like from us can meet your child’s EHCP needs. In the meantime, click here for a general document on how our services respond to EHCP needs.

Uncommon is led by neurodivergent people, for neurodivergent people. Unlike other more clinical services that focus on deficits, we focus on strengths, interests and building confidence through shared experience. Key differences include: Lived experience: All our staff who deliver sessions or mentoring are neurodivergent young adults (18-30) who truly understand the experience. Holistic support: We offer a spectrum of services - mentoring, clubs, courses, camps, community - so young people can access exactly what suits them best. We don’t just offer one service but a journey-based approach spanning throughout childhood and adolescence. Interest based: Unlike programmes that focus on one area, we offer a broad spectrum of activities covering gaming, art, animation and more. This allows children to start with activities they are already passionate about and feel confident in, and then when they are ready, they have the opportunity to explore new areas whilst staying in the same supportive community. Belonging: We focus on genuine peer connection and friendships, not just individual support. Neurodivergent affirming: We celebrate neurodivergent joy and authentic self-expression, never trying to fix or mask differences. Flexible participation: Young people choose how to engage - cameras off, chat instead of voice, taking breaks as needed. Our fundamental belief is that there's no "wrong" way to be a child in our sessions. We work with each child's natural rhythms and needs rather than expecting them to conform to a rigid structure. This respect and acceptance creates a unique environment where children can learn and grow while feeling completely accepted for who they are.

Uncommon tends to work well for young people who: Want to connect with other neurodivergent young people Are interested in gaming, technology, or creative activities Learn better in small, supportive groups Need support building confidence and support building friendships Are looking for neurodivergent role models and mentors

Yes, of course. We know that you may arrive at Uncommon following a really difficult time or maybe you’re still in the midst of one. Please do get in touch with us at hello@uncommonminds.co.uk and we can help you find the right place to start. And if your child is really anxious, don’t worry, we will guide you to find a space where they can start to rebuild their confidence.

Uncommon offers a comprehensive range of services designed specifically to support neurodivergent young people (aged 8-16) and their families. Our services adapt and grow with each young person's needs: One-to-one mentoring with neurodivergent young adults who share lived experience Weekly online interest-led clubs (Minecraft, Roblox, D&D, Creative Writing, etc.) Psycho-educational courses like "Understanding My Brain" Themed summer camps with immersive 3-day experiences Community Hour Clubs - relaxed social spaces where young people connect around shared interests Creative Afternoons Clubs are 1-hour standalone drop-ins where young people can explore writing, drawing, roleplay, or video Bespoke support packages that can include mentoring, clubs, and courses tailored to individual needs All our services are designed and delivered by neurodivergent staff with small group sizes (4-6 young people per group) and flexible participation options where young people choose how to engage (camera on/off, chat vs voice).

Community Hour Clubs are relaxed social spaces where young people connect around shared interests: Anime Club – Watch, chat, and draw your favourite characters Zine Club – Help us co-create an Uncommon (maga)zine! Contribute art, writing, ND hacks, or reviews Gamers Club & Showcase – Show off builds from Minecraft, Roblox, or other games Games Night – Play casual games like Jackbox, Gartic Phone, and more – low-pressure and full of laughs Free for campers and available to others via drop-in or Class Pass.

Camps are immersive and structured over 3 days with the same group. Creative Afternoons are 1-hour standalone drop-ins, where young people can explore writing, drawing, roleplay, or video – even if they can’t attend every week.

Yes, our services are all held online and accessible UK-wide. We use Zoom for our sessions, making them accessible from anywhere with an internet connection.

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That’s totally okay! Many of our young people feel nervous at first. Our mentors are friendly, neurodivergent role models who help everyone feel welcome. Cameras and mics are optional, and kids can participate at their own pace. We welcome pets, plushies in session. We love people using fidgets, drawing or doing activities alongside session that help them regulate and feel safe. Parents are also welcome to watch along in the background, and help support young people, especially when getting them settled in. Though we ask parents to stay off camera and mic.

Our camps are designed for neurodivergent young people aged 8–16. Some sessions e.g. Minecraft are designed for ages 8-14, whilst others e.g. DnD are for older ages, 11-16. Please check each camp for details, or email hello@uncommonminds.co.uk

You’ll find a list of any specific bits of kit you’ll need on the individual club pages.

If you’re struggling to get into sessions, you can email us at hello@uncommonminds.co.uk. If something isn’t working while you’re in the session, our club leaders are always on hand to help smooth out any technical issues.

It’s really easy. You simply install Zoom on any tablet, phone or computer. We will then send you the relevant link each week ahead of the session or you can find the link on the Momence app.

Each week, we’ll explore key topics to help you feel ready for secondary: ✅ Using Your Strengths in Secondary – Recognising what you're excited about and how to bring your unique skills to your new school. ✅ Friendships & Social Confidence – Building a support network before you move and learning how to spot great new friends. ✅ Handling Stress & Overwhelm – Strategies for managing anxiety, meltdowns, and shutdowns at school. ✅ Getting to, and around School – Travelling to school, navigating the building, finding classrooms, and identifying safe spaces to take a break. ✅ Homework & Learning – Practical techniques to stay on top of work and feel confident in lessons. ✅ Asking for Help & Self-Advocacy – Understanding who can support you and how to request the accommodations you need. ✅ Creating Your Own School Passport – A personalised toolkit to share with teachers so they understand what works best for you.

The course costs £180, for 12 sessions (10 sessions for your young person, plus two parent sessions). That's £15 per session. Course members also get free access to our safe, moderated, online community. Where young people can connect and build friendships with their course-mates in-between sessions. We offer a 30% discount for families in receipt of Universal Credit. Just email hello@uncommonminds.co.uk and we can get this setup for you. We also offer payment plans, enabling you to pay for the course in 3 instalments of £60.

You can buy a drop-in pass to any of our sessions, to try the course and see if its for you. Once you've decided the course is right for you, you can then sign up for the remainder of the course (at a pro-rated price). If your child becomes unable to attend during the first half of the course, we will refund 50% of the course price, or transfer your session credits to other clubs such as Roblox or Drawing Club.

The transition to secondary school is an exciting opportunity for neurodivergent kids to shine, explore their strengths, and try new things. It's a time for discovering new subjects, making friends, and taking on more responsibility, which can be empowering and allow them to showcase their unique talents. However, we also know that change can be tough. For many neurodivergent children, adjusting to a new environment with unfamiliar routines, sensory experiences, and the complexity of social interactions can feel overwhelming. The fast pace, multiple teachers, and pressure to fit in can bring up anxiety and stress. That's why we created this course—not just to help your child build practical skills for managing the transition, but also to offer them a chance to connect with other neurodivergent kids who truly understand what they’re going through. By bringing together peers who are on the same journey, the course provides an opportunity to form a strong support network before even stepping foot in secondary school. With the right tools and a group of supportive friends, we believe your child can thrive during this exciting transition and beyond.

All our sessions take place on Zoom. - We suggest young people get comfy ahead of sessions, and bring their favourite plushies, fidgets or drawing materials. Snacks can also be a great idea! - For safeguarding purposes, we ask parents to be present at the beginning of each session. - Once we've done our safeguarding check, young people can participate in sessions by themselves, or with a supporting parent or carer - Young people are welcome to attend with cameras off or on - We use an anonymous chat tool 'Slido' to do quizzes and polls, and share ideas - All our sessions are low-demand and designed for young people who may be anxious, or have demand avoidant profiles - We will generally spend the first two thirds of the session covering key topics - The last third of session will play games, do quizzes and activities to get to know each other, and build our confidence around each other whilst having fun! Our parent sessions will also be run on Tuesdays at 8pm.

Every Second Tuesday from 6-7 PM: Role Model Sessions Join us every Tuesday for our inspiring Uncommon Journeys series, where successful neurodivergent young adults share their stories and experiences. These sessions are designed to empower and motivate your child by highlighting how others have embraced their differences, overcome challenges, found their passions, and turned their strengths into success. Every Tuesday from 5-6 PM: ‘Gamers’ Club Try new games with your community-mates!

Once you've purchased any of our memberships or courses, you'll be sent instructions on how to join the community. The community is a secure space, so to join the community you’ll need to go through a 4-step process where we gather the information we need for safeguarding purposes and complete a verification call. This can take 1-5 days, depending mainly on how quickly the verification call is complete. You can start this process click the link below which will take you to step 1 of this 4-step process. Step 1: Tell us what club you’d like to subscribe to Step 2: Share your personal details and i.d we need for safeguarding Step 3: Complete a video verification call Step 4: Pay for your subscription and join the community space

The Uncommon Community is our new online space for kids to belong and a safe place to have fun. From July all Club members signing up to a monthly subscription will get FREE access to the Uncommon Community including. 📅 Free events: Role Model Talks: Led by inspiring neurodivergent young adults Socials: Casual meetups, such as film nights and book club 💬 Community spaces: Question of the day: Daily, quizzes and polls to get to know one another! Community Challenges: Fun monthly challenges Share your creations: Showcasing member's creative work Member directory: Find clubmates and uncommoners who share your interests 💬 Chat channels: Pets, Plushies and Plants: Meet everyone's favourite non-human buddies, swap photos and updates Interests: Share your passions Gaming: Find people who like games like you! Find a game: Message to find people online to play with! 📚 Extra resources: Resource Space: Access to a collection of helpful and fun videos

We're committed to making the Uncommon community a safe and secure space. Where you can relax in the knowledge that your young people are able to make friends, and have fun without the risks associated with unsupported online spaces. That's why we: Require all community members to go through a member verification process, so we know exactly who's in the community Have a team of experienced neurodivergent community moderators able to support our community members Have created private club, course and camp spaces in the community, so that t(w)eens can build friendships in small supportive spaces, overseen by club leaders Run regular meetups for our club, course and camp members, all led by experienced neurodivergent facilitators who provide the structure and support that our young people sometimes need to build their confidence or help them find friendships Don't allow private messaging between young people, but instead create small chat spaces where young people know each other and feel safe talking openly Require members to subscribe to the community, so that young people can build friendships knowing that their new friends will regularly return to the community space Have our Uncommon Community Code of Conduct which guides how Uncommon, our Uncommoners and their parents should be kind, be safe and be respectful in the community

Access to our moderated online community space is included in our Starter and Multi-Club memberships, and with our course-bundles. As soon as you've purchased a membership or course, you'll be sent details on how to get your child setup in the community (if you'd like them to join!).

🧒🏼 For Kids A safe space to unwind, have fun, and recharge Opportunities to discover new interests, build leadership skills, and connect with peers A supportive environment that celebrates individual strengths and fosters personal growth 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 For Parents: Peace of mind knowing your child is in a neuro-affirming environment Transparent communication and regular updates on community activities Resources to help you reinforce what your child learns and support their well-being Join us and become part of a community that values and supports neurodivergent kids and their families. Together, we can create a space where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to be their best selves.

Knowledge is power. By understanding their unique strengths and challenges, teens build self-awareness and confidence.

Armed with knowledge, teens can navigate their world more confidently, make informed decisions about their lives, and gain control and autonomy.

Improvded understanding of neurodivergent traits can help teens navigate daily life, social interactions and academic challenges, and become less anxious.

Engaging with peers with similar challenges validates teens experiences, creates a sense of camaraderie and reducing feelings of isolation.

Being in a space with similar peers helps teens embrace their unique identities with pride, leading to increased self-acceptance and resilience.

Interacting with supportive peers helps teens develop their own unique approach to friendships and communication and builds social confidence.

Young people explore how they take in and process sensory information, and what that means about their own unique needs and preferences, and how they can adopt tools and techniques to feel more comfortable in educational and social environments and out-and-about. For ages 8-13 we start to think about our internal senses and how improving awareness of our internal senses can help us manage our wellbeing. For ages 13-18 we look in depth at how to strengthen our interoception, how to understand auditory processing differences and itimpact on school and friendships, and how we can 'design our day' to ensure we charge our sensory battery.

Young people learn more about the science behind stress and social anxiety, develop a greater awareness of how stress shows up for them, and start to brainstorm what they can do about it.​ For ages 8-13 we use a very light touch approach, raising awareness and focusing on simple strategies they can use to destress. For ages 13-18 we look at the neuroscience behind stress and how we can try 'brain hacks' that put our brains back into rest and relax mode.

Our introductory session encourages young people to explore the positive aspects of their neurodivergence and identify their own unique strengths.

This session explores the differences in neurodivergent young people’s ability to plan, organise, start tasks, transition tasks, emotionally regulate and track time. We then explore how to find unique solutions that work for us, and talk about how we can talk to friends and family about our needs.

This session encourages young people to think about what makes a good friend, focusing on the huge strengths that our neurodivergent traits can bring. For ages 8-13 we explore the different ways we can show our friends that we care and how we can let our friends know what makes us feel cared for. For ages 13-18 we explore rejection sensitivity and how friendships and communication styles might look different for us.

Our final session encourages young people to take everything they’ve learned about their own needs and preferences, and gives them the communication tools to more effectively advocate for themselves.

Yes, you can rebook your session using the links in your confirmation email. We understand that life can be unpredictable and that young people will sometimes be unable to attend sessions if they've had a difficult day. If you can't attend a session then you can use links in your confirmation email to rebook your session. No explanation needed. If your child finds that the course isn't right for them at this time, then we can offer vouchers towards alternative lower-demand sessions, or a gift card for you to pass on to others.

Sign up to our mailing list and we'll be releasing more dates on other weeknights, and holiday intensives too.

We recommend signing up for the full six week course, which covers all the topics young people need a grasp of to understand their unique brains. Or you can pick and mix sessions that fit your needs.

Book the appropriate holiday course package listed below under 'buy now' and then book onto the 6 sessions of your holiday course.

We understand that life can be unpredictable and that young people will sometimes be unable to attend sessions if they've had a difficult day. Clubs If your child can't attend a taster or drop-in session, we are happy to rebook you onto an alternative date For club subscribers, if we you're unable to make your normal session and there are alternative sessions that week week, we will offer you space on a different club day if available If your child finds the club isn’t the right fit, or its not the right time for them to join, then you can cancel your club membership subscription at any time Courses or Camps If your child is unable to attend class on a given day, we’ll share the session recording with you, so you can watch it at a time that works better for them Where possible we’ll also offer you the chance to attend that session on an alternative date (subject to availability) If your child finds that the course isn't right for them at this time, then we can offer vouchers towards alternative lower-demand sessions, or a gift card for you to pass on to others.

From August 1st our community and many of our clubs will operate on a monthly subscription. Subscriptions are payable in advance, on a monthly rolling basis You can cancel your subscription at any time through our community platform Once your subscription has ended you’ll no longer be able to access the community or weekly club meet-ups However your profile will remain active, and you can rejoin the community at any time by subscribing to a new club, or to the community itself

We offer a 30% discount on course, camp and club prices for families on Universal Credit. We are also able to offer this discount to families on legacy means tested benefits. Please complete this form, and we'll send you your family discount code! We can also offer payment plans for camps, courses and fixed-term clubs to spread the cost of payments over a 2-3 month period. Please email the team on hello@uncommonminds.co.uk for more details.

Where possible we offer £10 taster sessions. Parents are welcome to join taster sessions, and young people can choose to take part and interact or just watch and listen. For clubs accepting members on a rolling basis, tasters are bookable on the club page, and prospective club members join our regular club meet-ups. For clubs where capacity is limited we ask parents to fill in a taster request form. We then allocate you a taster session date, so that we can let existing club members know in advance of new joiners. For courses or fixed term clubs we run taster sessions ahead of course/club start dates, bookable on course/club pages.

Each week, we’ll explore key topics to help you feel ready for secondary: ✅ Using Your Strengths in Secondary – Recognising what you're excited about and how to bring your unique skills to your new school. ✅ Friendships & Social Confidence – Building a support network before you move and learning how to spot great new friends. ✅ Handling Stress & Overwhelm – Strategies for managing anxiety, meltdowns, and shutdowns at school. ✅ Getting to, and around School – Getting to school, navigating the building, finding classrooms, and identifying safe spaces to take a break. ✅ Homework & Learning – Practical techniques to stay on top of work and feel confident in lessons. ✅ Asking for Help & Self-Advocacy – Understanding who can support you and how to request the accommodations you need. ✅ Creating Your Own School Passport – A personalised toolkit to share with teachers so they understand what works best for you.