Autism is a spectrum condition and affects people in different ways. Like all people, autistic people have their own strengths and weaknesses. Below is a list of difficulties autistic people may share ...

This section looks at a range of approaches that can support autistic people to reach their full potential. Autism is a lifelong disability and the concept of a cure is offensive for many autistic ...

We are delighted to share our range of 2024 Christmas cards, which have been designed by autistic artists who attend our specialist art studio, Artrack. The money raised by our Christmas cards will go ...

The Government has announced the Get Britain Working White Paper to reform employment, health and skills support which it promises will tackle economic inactivity and support people into good work.

This course explores helping autistic children and adults to reduce stress and anxiety, understanding behaviour and supporting them during difficult times. Stress and anxiety affect many autistic ...

Our charity’s Sybil Elgar School has been rated ‘Outstanding’ in its latest Ofsted report, achieving the highest grade in all six areas of inspection in October.

We are proud to announce that volunteers at our charity’s North Northumberland branch have received The King’s Award for Voluntary Service; celebrating the outstanding work they do in their local ...

As of September 2024, 204,876 people were waiting for an autism assessment in England, new NHS data has revealed. That’s more than the population of Reading. This is a 25% increase in the number of ...

The Government has unveiled its Mental Health Bill The Bill will prevent autistic people from being detained in mental health hospitals for treatment just because they are autistic The Bill will now ...

A £22.6 billion increase to the day-to-day health budget A commitment to reducing NHS waiting lists A £1 billion investment for SEND An increase to the Carer’s Allowance Threshold An extension of the ...

On Friday, September 27th, 2024, KS4 students at Sybil Elgar School hosted a café to support Macmillan Cancer Support, selling cakes and snacks. The event was a great success, raising £215 for the ...