Welcome to Autism East Midlands

Supporting young people, adults and their families since 1968.

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We provide a wide range of care, support and educational services to meet the needs of autistic individuals of all ages, and their families and carers.

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Want to know more about autism and our support? Read our latest news stories.

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We have a New Date for Recruitment Day at Braithwell!

We're delighted to have a new date for our recruitment day at Braithwell.

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Sherwood staff member nominated at Proud to Care awards

Support Worker Kirsty was recently nominated at the Notts Proud to Care awards.

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Upcoming Christmas Events!

Find out more about the upcoming Christmas events!

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Daniel Pikett is one step closer to London 2026!

Daniel Pikett made it to the summit of Snowdon, as part of his journey to the London Marathon 2026!

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The Old Fire Station is having a Charity Drive through Worksop with Santa!

There will be a charity drive with Santa around Worksop and a Christmas Market at the Old Fire Station on...

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Festive Discount on Holiday Lets This Christmas!

This Christmas, you can get a discount when you use the code XMAS10 and book between 18th - 31st December!

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Students design new look for popcorn enterprise

Students at Sutherland House School recently got to design a new look for our new popcorn social enterprise.

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Hill Top Enjoy a Spooktacular Day of Pumpkin Picking!

Autumn was in full swing at Hill Top last week as they went out pumpkin picking!

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New Space available in Whitwell, Derbyshire

We're delighted to announce that a group of people we support are looking to share their space with a new...

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13 November 2025

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🌟 Open Day 🌟 We're excited to announce the new date for our Recruitment Day at Braithwell!

There are so many roles necessary to deliver an unmatched education for autistic students, and we're ready to start looking forward at who will be on this journey with us.

Join us anytime between 3pm and 7pm on Wednesday 19 November to meet Gill and the team!

We're especially interested at this stage to hear from people with a teaching background or experience as a Teaching Assistant, but we'll be recruiting support roles too ✨

12 November 2025

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Well done Kirsty! 🌟

We're so pleased to announce that one of our amazing support workers has been nominated at the Proud to Care awards!

Kirsty at our Sherwood Centre in Mansfield Woodhouse was recently nominated in the 'Activities and Wellbeing' category for her support in running events and activities at our day service.

She has also secured vital funding to improve the service's garden and woodwork department.

Although she didn't win in her category, we're so proud of all her hard work. Thank you to Kirsty and all our staff for their dedication and support.

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Join the Festive Fun at our Family Hubs! 🎅

Our Family Support Hubs provide a regular catch up for families. We provide activities for the whole family, as well as support and guidance.

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