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Toileting

Learning to use the toilet independently is a major milestone for all children, but it can be especially challenging for children with autism. Difficulties with sensory processing, motor planning, and understanding multi-step routines can make toileting feel overwhelming. These games break the process down into clear, manageable steps with visual supports and positive reinforcement to build confidence and independence.

Why this matters

Toileting independence is a key life skill that supports a child's dignity, self-esteem, and participation in everyday settings like school and community activities. The DSM-5 recognises that restricted and repetitive patterns can affect daily living skills, and many autistic children benefit from structured, visual approaches to learning routines. Breaking toileting into predictable steps reduces anxiety and helps children feel in control.

How you can support at home

  • Use a visual schedule showing each step of the toilet routine, and place it where your child can see it in the bathroom.
  • Keep the routine consistent — same steps, same order, same language — so your child knows what to expect each time.
  • Celebrate every small success with praise or a preferred reward, and stay patient with setbacks — progress isn't always linear.

Toilet Hero

Toilet Hero

Follow Tara the superhero as she guides players through her 7-step routine for going to the toilet. Children learn each step in order with fun animations and encouragement, building confidence in their own toileting independence.

  • Breaks the toilet routine into 7 clear, visual steps that children can follow along with
  • Uses a relatable superhero character to make the routine feel fun and empowering
  • Reinforces key phrases and positive language to support real-world application of the routine

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