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What I have learned from my autistic brother
TreeHouse School
15 March 2019
Our supporter Julia Thanh celebrates her autistic brother William's 25th birthday by writing about their unbreakable bond.
TreeHouse pupils hit the slopes
TreeHouse School
30 April 2019
One of the many fun activities on offer to TreeHouse pupils is the opportunity to go skiing.
Yoga at TreeHouse School
TreeHouse School
25 June 2019
Yoga is a great exercise and relaxation technique but it can especially help with the well-being of autistic children.
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