Breaking down barriers for neurodivergent children

Cheryl has almost 30 years of experience within the early years and childcare sector.  On completion of the NNEB, Cheryl’s career has involved roles as a nanny, family support, LA advisor, SENCO, trainer, assessor, lecturer and quality inspector. Cheryl is now an early years consultant and trainer with her own company, Aperion Training. Cheryl has a passion and specialism for ensuring greater understanding and acceptance of neurodiversity, supporting early years settings and schools to become autism environment champions. Her work includes regular invitations to deliver seminars and training at key sector events and conferences as well as delivering webinars that have been watched worldwide. Cheryl was the winner of the national Nursery World Awards Trainer of the Year category 2022, with comments made in the nomination defining her passion, expertise and commitment to improve provision in early years for neurodivergent children and families.