Abstract This qualitative phenomenological study determined the experiences and challenges of the significant people around Paulos life, who was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The purpose of the study is to understand the experiences and challenges of parents, family members, teachers referred to as the significant people in the life of Paulo with autism spectrum disorder. The is a qualitative research, purposive sampling was done to select key informants and thematic analysis was used to interpret the collected data. The Participants of the study were the significant people around Paulos life, (3) family members and (3) general education teachers, who participated in the in-depth interview (IDI) and focus group discussion (FGD). Based on the findings of the study, five (5) themes emerged in exploring the experiences of the significant people in the life of Paulo who was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder namely: (1) supporting the child with ASD is a burden (2) adjustment of lesson time while the child is in good mood (3) dropping to the floor (4) late referral to behavioral doctors due to parents hope and (5) behavioral problems of an autistic learner that affects teaching-learning. To address the issues and challenges they shared ways: early consultation from behavioral doctor, acceptance and understanding the childs behavior, give extra care and love, capacitate yourself to handle the child, establish rules and reward system, medical intervention. They point out insights that could help others whenever same problems may arise: ASD is a condition that needs professional assistance, it requires deep understanding and patience, child with ASD has gift and strength.