Autism Acceptance Week is back, April 2 - 8! Find out more about how you can join us on our Journey to Acceptance and download FREE toolkits for your business / school. Read more
FARMER Dave Wilde found his perfect job in leading the transformation of New Warlands Farm into a working, regenerative farm, with rare livestock breeds and a range of visitor attractions. Read more
THE ambitious project to transform the 77 acre site at New Warlands Farm will feature a cafe and shop, accessible walks, and a rare breed farm park. Read more
WORLD-FAMOUS artist Mackenzie Thorpe has produced a magnificent new artwork for NEAS and Eastern Ravens Trust – despite his studio being devastated by storm damage. Read more
Empowering and supporting autistic children, young people, adults and their families for over 40 years.
Founded in 1980 by a group of parents who came together to establish Thornhill Park School in Sunderland, the North East Autism Society grew out of a desire to provide a better standard of education for autistic children. Having remortgaged their homes to purchase the building, our founders were dedicated to helping autistic young people fulfil their potential - and that commitment remains at the heart of everything we do.
Find out more about the vital autism-specific services we provide for individuals and their families across the region.
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We love to celebrate the progress, achievements and development of the incredible children, young people and adults we support.
Read about the incredible supporters who have raised funds in aid of our lifeline services.
Our free downloadable resources are designed to help families navigate the day-to-day challenges of life.
We are supporting Eating Disorders Awareness Week to help raise awareness of ARFID and increase understanding that it is not about being fussy or attention seeking but is a condition with serious consequences for health.
THE ambitious project to transform the 77 acre site at New Warlands Farm will feature a cafe and shop, accessible walks, and a rare breed farm park.
Cedar House, children's residential in Newton Aycliffe has been rated ‘outstanding’ following its latest Ofsted inspection. Read more
Tee off with us for a charity Golf Fundraiser at Beamish Park Golf Club Read more
20 miles over the stunning North Yorkshire countryside - join us to hike for Autism Acceptance! Read more
Join us as our annual Walk for Acceptance returns again on Friday 5th April at Herrington Country Park, Sunderland. Read more
STAFF in the children’s department of a North-East hospital have been presented with a gold award for their work in supporting young patients who are autistic or neurodivergent. Read more
We are highlighting the lived experiences of autistic and neurodivergent people in five areas of everyday life: education, health, travel, employment and finance. That’s why we’re calling the campaign Everyday Equality. Read more