How to access Cygnet
To access this course, your child / young person must have a formal diagnosis of Autism (ASD) from a professional and be aged between 5 and 18 years old.
Turtle CYP will run 8 Cygnet courses over the next 12 months and we can accommodate up to 12 parents on each course. Each course lasts 7 weeks, and you need to be able to attend all 7. Our next courses will start in January 2026 – with an in-person course in Bradley Stoke starting on 16 January and one on Zoom starting on 14 January 2026.
We welcome all parents and carers to attend together, but can also accommodate parents / carers to attend separate courses if preferred. There will be a choice of dates that you can choose, from daytime to evening. Each course will run either in-person or online. In-person sessions will be run across South Gloucestershire.
Your check list to access Cygnet
Your child must ….
- Have a formal diagnosis of autism from a professional
- Be aged between 5-18 years old
- Live in South Gloucestershire.
“I have learnt news way to picking and choosing my battles with my daughter. I feel giving choices is the way forward even when situations and opinions are not what she wants to do.”
Next course to begin in January 2026 – booking is open.
Useful information and specialist support
We’ve compiled a list of specialist organisations who can help families with children on the autistic spectrum. All in South Gloucestershire and Bristol.
These organisations offer a range of activities: from inclusive play, courses and workshops, support groups, neuro-diverse social events, gym groups, online communities, and advice to protect your child’s interest.
And also a link to apply for Disability Living Allowance for your child can be found on the final page.
Please click the download button below. This free and available to all – even if you’re waiting for a Cygnet course to start, or still awaiting a diagnosis.