Free children's sleep resources (UK)
Free sleep resources for SEND families — evidence-based guides, routines and specialist advice services for neurodivergent children.
HelplineCerebraUK charitySleep advice service
A free, tailored sleep support service for children with neurodevelopmental conditions, including a sleep guide.
Sleep
GuideThe Sleep CharityUK charityChildren's sleep resources
Practical, evidence-based help with children's sleep, including SEND-specific advice sheets.
Sleep
ArticleBeyondAutismUK charityAutism and Sleep: Practical Strategies
Free guide on why autistic children struggle with sleep and practical strategies covering sleep diaries, bedtime routines and bedroom adjustments.
AutismSleepSensory- GuideThe Sleep CharityUK charity
Bedtime Routines for Children
Free Sleep Charity guide to building a calming, predictable bedtime routine, with timing, screen and relaxation tips and a sample evening plan.
SleepAnxiety & wellbeing - DirectoryCerebraUK charity
Cerebra parent guides library
Free, downloadable evidence-based parent guides on autism, behaviour, sleep, anxiety and legal rights for families of children with brain conditions.
AutismBehaviourSleep - TemplateCerebraUK charity
Cerebra Sleep Cards (visual supports)
Free printable visual sleep cards to support a calm, predictable bedtime routine for children with autism or other neurodevelopmental conditions.
SleepAutismSpeech & communication 
TemplateSheffield Children's NHS Foundation TrustNHSChildren's Sleep Diary (printable PDF)
Free printable NHS sleep diary to record your child's sleep over time, helping identify patterns to discuss with your GP or sleep service.
SleepBehaviourADHD- TemplateThe Sleep CharityUK charity
Children's Sleep Diary (printable)
Free printable sleep diaries for children and teens to track sleep over two weeks, helping spot patterns and triggers to share with professionals.
SleepBehaviourADHD - GuideThe Sleep CharityUK charity
Children's Sleep eBook
Free downloadable (and audio) eBook for parents of children who struggle to get good quality sleep, part of the Tired of Being Alone campaign.
SleepBehaviour 
TemplateNHS Borders Children's OT ServiceNHSFree Printable Visual Supports (Now and Next, Routines)
Free printable NHS visual supports including Now/Next/Then boards, night and getting-ready routine sequences for home use.
AutismSpeech & communicationSleep
GuideSomerset NHS Foundation TrustNHSGuidance on the Use of Weighted Blankets
NHS safety guidance on weighted blankets for children, including the 10% body weight rule, who should not use them and supervision advice.
SensorySleep
GuideScopeUK charityHelping Your Disabled Child Sleep
Free Scope guide for disabled children aged 4+: bedtime wind-down, dark cool bedroom (16-18C), night wakings, sleep diaries and parent support.
SleepBehaviourSensory
GuideAutism AngliaUK charityHow to Help Your Autistic Child Sleep Better
Free guide on autistic children's sleep covering early waking, blackout curtains, white noise and calming bedroom set-up, from a UK autism charity.
AutismSleepSensory
TemplateLeeds MencapUK charityMy Bedtime: A Social Story
Free printable bedtime social story PDF that walks a child through each step of going to bed, supporting understanding and reducing bedtime anxiety.
AutismSleepSpeech & communication- HelplineThe Sleep CharityUK charity
National Sleep Helpline
Free UK helpline (03303 530 541) staffed by trained sleep advisors to help families whose child struggles with sleep, including ADHD-related issues.
SleepADHD - TemplateBeyondAutismUK charity
Now and Next Board (free printable)
Free printable Now and Next board to help autistic children understand what is happening now and what comes next, useful for bedtime transitions.
AutismSpeech & communicationSleep 
GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charitySleep: A Guide for Parents and Families
Free NAS guide on autistic children's sleep: visual routines, bedroom environment, light and noise, melatonin and support for parents.
AutismSleepSensory- GuideCerebraUK charity
Sleep: A Guide for Parents (Cerebra)
Free parent guide on understanding and tackling sleep problems in children with brain conditions including ADHD, with practical strategies.
SleepADHDBehaviour - GuideThe Sleep CharityUK charity
Sleep Advice for Children with SEND
Free, practical sleep guidance for children with additional needs - sleep diaries, sensory issues, screens, visual routines and when to seek help.
SleepSensoryADHD - GuideCerebraUK charity
Sleep Advice Service
Free one-to-one sleep support for families of children with brain conditions, plus downloadable sleep tips booklet and guides for autism and ADHD.
SleepAutismADHD - GuideThe Sleep CharityUK charity
Sleep Advice Sheet for Children with SEND (Printable PDF)
A free printable advice sheet with strategies to help children with additional needs settle and sleep better, including sleep diaries and visual cues.
SleepADHD 
ArticleNHSNHSSleep and Young Children (Bedtime Routine Tips)
Free NHS advice on settling young children with a calming, predictable bedtime routine, gradual bedtime shifts and tips for restless sleepers.
SleepBehaviour- ChecklistThe Sleep CharityUK charity
Sleep Charity Advice Sheets (bedtime routine, bedroom, SEND)
Free downloadable advice sheets: good bedtime routine, ideal bedroom environment, night terrors and SEND, in colour and print-friendly versions.
SleepAutismSensory 
GuideNewcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustNHSSleep in Young Children: How Much and Bedtime Routines
Free NHS page giving recommended sleep hours by age (4 months to 13 years) plus tips on routine, environment and self-settling.
SleepBehaviour
GuideKids (charity)UK charityUnderstanding ADHD and Sleep
Free UK charity guide on why ADHD makes sleep hard, with tips on calming routines, screen limits and when to ask a GP for help.
ADHDSleepBehaviour- GuideCerebraUK charity
Weighted Blankets for Sleep Difficulties: Factsheet
Free evidence-based factsheet summarising research and safety around weighted blankets for sleep in children with neurodevelopmental conditions.
SleepAutismSensory 
GuideShropshire Community Health NHS TrustNHSWeighted Equipment Guidelines
NHS guidelines PDF on safe use of weighted blankets and vests for children, with the 10% body weight rule and time-limit recommendations.
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