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Run The Spectrum

Join us for the return of our Run the Spectrum - 5K Family Fun Run on Saturday 1st July at South Park in Darlington & Kids go FREE!Read more

Great North Run

Join team NE-AS and be part of the World's Largest Half Marathon! Read more

Latest

Children’s Short Breaks Retain Top Award

Investing in Children have given the thumbs up to the team at Acorn House meaning they have retained the prestigious Investing in Children award.

Fidget Spinners - What you need to know

Fidget Spinners – Marketed as the latest gadget to help reduce anxiety and tension for children or adults with an Autism Spectrum Condition, Fidget Spinners are the latest hand-held spinning gismo to be taking the market by storm.

Autism in the News

There’s been a mixed bag of autism headlines over the last seven days. These are our top picks from this week’s ‘Autism in the News

The red carpet was rolled out and Hollywood came to the Stadium of Light for the second annual NEAS Star Awards.

Compered by TV presenter and journalist Peter Barron, the movie-themed night saw hundreds of NEAS staff celebrate the achievements of Education, Care and Support services.

Employment Futures

This new service has been designed to support both the individual with autism, and also the employer.

Our sites

@ New Warlands Farm

New Warlands Farms is our purpose built vocational training centre based on the outskirts of Durham in 77 acres of farm and woodland.

What is Autism?

Autism is defined as a ‘Spectrum Condition’ precisely because it manifests itself in so many different ways. Everyone is unique and autism affects everyone uniquely.

Run The Spectrum

Join us for the return of our Run the Spectrum - 5K Family Fun Run on Saturday 1st July at South Park in Darlington & Kids go FREE!

Thornbeck College

Thornbeck College is an Independent Specialist College for individuals with autism, learning difficulties and, or disabilities aged 16-25 years old and is based at our North East Centre for Autism in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham. A secondary campus is located at Houghall, Durham.