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.
Whitegates service user Mariah dances to success
Whitegates service user Mariah recently won her first dance trophy after an amazing performance.
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Over £2,000 raised through miles and cakes - Rachael's Journey
Rachael's journey to the London Marathon has been one that left us speechless as she has been carrying out her...
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Students on track to success with EMR supported scheme
A group of our students have recently completed three weeks of a supported placement with EMR.
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New website for ACE Popcorn now live - Autism East Midlands' social enterprise
We're proud to announce that we have recently launched a brand new website for ACE Popcorn, our new social enterprise.
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Independence shines at Whitegates for laundry Lee
Lee loves doing laundry, so he put his skills to the test at our Whitegates respite service.
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Autism East Midlands opens new independent school in Doncaster
Autism East Midlands are proud to announce that we have officially opened a new independent school for autistic children and...
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Bolsover residents celebrate Pancake Day
Residents at our Bolsover residential service recently celebrated Pancake Day.
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Andy's progress to independence
Andy, one of our residents, shares how our staff have supported him in developing independent living skills.
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Behind the scenes at ACE Popcorn: How our popcorn is made
Our Marketing Team went behind the scenes at Ace Popcorn, getting a first-hand look at our new social enterprise.
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19 May 2026
We're proud to share that Autism East Midlands was recently selected as the chosen charity of the year by the new Chair of North East Derbyshire District Council, Councillor Michael Durrant.
Our work cannot continue without the support of our local communities, the fantastic work of our fundraisers, and the friends and families that continue to champion our cause.
We look forward to working with all our local communities to keep making a difference and doing our part to create a world that values, recognises and understands autistic people. ✨
19 May 2026
We're hiring a new Bid Writer! ⭐
💰 Fanatic about funding?
✏️ Brilliant at bids?
📈 Incredible with impact data?
This role is part of our new AEM Creates project, and involves working for 12 months to secure vital long and short-term funding.
Apply: https://bit.ly/4wF19R7 https://www.autismeastmidlands.org.uk/jobs/bid-writer
19 May 2026
We're delighted that Sutherland House School recently achieved the School Games GOLD Mark Award for the 2025/26 academic year. 🏆
Our sporting achievements included:
🏊 School Swimming
🏇 School Horse Riding
🏀 Dodgeball tournaments for KS3/4
🤾 Handball tournaments for KS3/4
🥌 New Age Kurling
🏃 Relay Running
🏃 Megafest event for KS3/4
⛸️ Ice Skating
🏓 Table Ricket at Trent Bridge
🏃 Jingle Jog at Rushcliffe Country Park
Well done to all our students who took part and all staff that supported them this year! 💖
