Uncommon

About

This is an independent service, which is not run by the NHS or WSCC.

This service is not checked by WSCC and including it on the Local Offer website does not mean that it is a recommended service.

Before using this service, we recommend you make your own checks. Your checks should include being happy that: the service will meet your needs; staff are properly qualified; policies are in place to keep everyone safe and you know how much the service will cost.

Use this guidance for advice about what to ask to help you make sure that children and young people are happy and protected in clubs, groups and activities. Find out more on our terms and disclaimer.

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Uncommon's fun affordable online courses, clubs, camps and community help neurodivergent* children and young people (age 8-16) make friends, meet role models, get creative and feel confident. Our online groups offer safe, inclusive, and neuro-affirming spaces for neurodivergent children to meet peers, take part in activities they enjoy, and build their confidence.

Each session is run by a neurodivergent peer mentor, to help young people feel confident in themselves and who they can be as an adult. Our social clubs are based on interests such as gaming, Minecraft, arts and crafts, anime, Roblox and more.

Our courses cover topics like starting secondary school and 'understanding my brain' to help young people learn more about themselves and how their mind works. Groups are always adapted to young people's interests, and we put more groups on if there is more demand, so please just let us know if you'd like to book but there's no spaces left!

*Autistic, ADHD, Dyslexic, Dyspraxic, SPD, PDA, Tourettes and all neurotypes welcome. No diagnosis required. Currently supporting 8-16 year olds.

What we do

• Online social clubs and wellbeing for neurodivergent young people
• Social clubs include: Minecraft, DnD, Roblox, anime, social, art and nature, creative writing, and more!
• Wellbeing courses include: Understanding my Brain; Starting Secondary School
• All sessions run by neurodivergent peer mentors. Sessions range from £10-£15 per session, or families can pay a £40 monthly membership fee to access one group per week, plus access to the online community. There is a discount available for recipients of universal credit.

Age range

8-16

Wheelchair accessible

Yes

Free to use

No

Our users say

Highly recommended! The 'Understanding your brain' course and the clubs have been such a great things for my neurodivergent child. The fact that all the facilitators are neurodivergent and great role models helps too. Just a brilliant, inclusive space. So glad we gave it try. - Parent of autistic anxious tween (12), Community, Social Club, Understanding my Brain Course

Inclusive validating and affirming sessions. You could be off screen, off camera and just interact via the chat. Whatever works for you. Sessions have been engaging and relaxing and the fact that they are run by neurodiverse people who share their experiences made for a really positive and validating experience. Can’t give this enough stars! - Parent of neurodivergent tween, Understanding my Brain Course

My child loves Roblox club, and loves playing online with other neurodivergent children. Finds socialising in this way easy and pleasant. - Parent of neurodivergent tween, Roblox