Welcome to Autism East Midlands
Supporting young people, adults and their families since 1968.
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.
Need a short family break, or a trip somewhere different?
Our holiday lettings are set in the tranquil surroundings of Ashbourne and offer comfortable care-free packages that suit families, groups and those with a wandering spirit.
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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Sherwood Squad Shine in Dance Class at Sherwood centre.
Service users at the Sherwood Centre recently enjoyed a lively and uplifting dance session organised by Mirium.
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Students attend Sports Leaders workshop
On Tuesday 7th October, Six Students from Sutherland House School attended a workshop run by Nottingham Active.
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New Space Available in Worksop
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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Students from SHS have been harvesting from the school allotment
This September the DofE Bronze and Silver groups have been harvesting fruit and vegetables from the school allotment in St...
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Students from Sutherland House School had trip to the National Videogame Museum in Sheffield
On 29th September, KS3 and KS4 students from Sutherland House School enjoyed an exciting trip to the National Videogame Museum...
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New production roles launched for Ace Popcorn social enterprise
We’re delighted to announce the launch of Ace popcorn, our brand-new social enterprise based in Worksop.
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15 October 2025
Is school a touchy subject in your household? 🏫
Across the UK, many parents of autistic children and young people face a daily fight in getting their little ones through school.
From morning meltdowns to endless pressures to meet unclear rules and standards.
In our upcoming Zoom workshop, we explore:
⭐ What the potential difficulties may be for a child or young person at school, and what the school system can do to help
⭐ What the role of a SENCO is, and what responsibility schools have to support our children
⭐ Understanding alternative provisions, such as the EHCP and home-schooling
⭐ Hints and tips for parents around attending school meetings
Email Lesley.Lock@aem.org.uk to receive a Zoom invite.
13 October 2025
🌟 Want to make a real difference? 🌟
Join us as an Autism Support Worker in Retford, supporting autistic individuals to develop independent living skills.
If you're passionate about helping others and support our vision, we have full-time and part-time opportunities available.
🕔 Full-Time, Part-Time available
💰 £12.89 per hour
📍 Retford, Nottinghamshire
Apply ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Hh8tha
12 October 2025
Meet the Sherwood Squad. 🕺
Our Sherwood Centre recently had a fantastic dance class led by instructor Mirium.
Mirium really knew how to help the people we support find their confidence and moving in ways that felt comfortable.
What started as a fun activity has made a small group who now proudly call themselves 'The Sherwood Squad.'
These moments of joy show how activities can help autistic individuals to express themselves, and it was a joy to see the smiles on their faces!
