You can start small. Ask how a lunchtime game works, help set up a club activity or invite someone to try a task with you. Notice what makes joining easy or awkward. Ask people what would help instead of deciding for them. Choose something you feel ready to try, with help nearby. Afterward, think about whether you felt included and whether others had a fair chance to join too. You can try another way next time.
Talk it through
- Is there a game, club or activity at school you'd like to join?
- What would someone need to know before joining your game or activity?
- How could you offer help without making them feel awkward?
Try this next
- Choose one school activity you'd like to try or help with.
- Ask a student or trusted adult how to join and what a first task could be.
- Try one small step and tell someone what made it easier or harder.