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.

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.

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

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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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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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17 October 2025

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Hamilton staff were delighted to receive a £500 donation from the Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes at an event last Friday! ✨

We're so grateful for the support that helps us provide vital services for autistic people.

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Upcoming Events and Workshops! 🌤️

⭐️ 18th October - Rotherham Family Hub

⭐️ 21st October - Notts City Family Hub

⭐️ 22nd October - Autism and Schools - Daytime Zoom Workshop

Our Family Support Hubs and Parent Workshops exist to support families and help parents to receive guidance and support.

Looking for something else? ✨

View our full activities calendar ➡️ https://bit.ly/45wCOQA

16 October 2025

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Baking and pumpkins and crafts, oh my! 🎨

It was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop yesterday as our lovely Hill Top residents spent their time crafting.

They were so focused, the morning just flew by!

With the support of our staff, our residents have also taken their baking to the next level, creating delicious sponge pudding and shortbread biscuits 🍪

And of course, it's the season for pumpkin picking. Huge thanks to The Barn At Morefruita Farm for kindly allowing us to come during the week, allowing for more quiet time and space for our residents to pick pumpkins at their leisure.