Advancing Schoolyard Inclusion for Autistic Children and their Families
Summary
We want to learn how autistic children and their families experience schoolyards, how they would change their design and operation, and how schoolyards affect their health and well-being.
Researcher(s)
PI: Dr. Timothy Ross
Co-Investigators: Dr. Sally Lindsay, Amanda Chan
Call to action
Do you have an autism diagnosis and attend public school in the Greater Toronto Area OR Do you have a child with an autism diagnosis that attends public school in the Greater Toronto Area? Consider joining a research study that aims to improve the inclusive design and operations of schoolyards.
Who can participate
- Autistic children aged 5-12 years who attend a public school in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
- Caregivers of autistic children and youth who attend a GTA public school
Funding agency
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
What's involved
- Autistic children will be asked to complete:
- At least one of 3 art activities (photo-taking, drawing, or poetry)
- An interview lasting 30-45 minutes
- Caregivers will be asked to complete:
- An interview lasting approximately 45-60 minutes
- Optional: One or more of 3 art activities
Deadline
Interested in participating
If you are interested in participating in this study or have additional questions, please contact Amanda Chan at amanda.chan@hollandbloorview.ca
Additional information
Version 1 (6/27/2025) REB# 716
Advancing Schoolyard Inclusion for Autistic Children and their Families
