Aycliffe School

Aycliffe School is an independent, purpose-built specialist school based at the North East Centre for Autism, Newton Aycliffe in County Durham for pupils aged 3-19

Working together to inspire, support, celebrate and equip autistic and neurodiverse people to fulfil their potential in life.

World Book Day

Thursday 3rd March marked World Book Day, with schools across the UK taking part in the annual charity event.

Pupils and staff at Aycliffe School got into the spirit of the day, with costumes ranging from Alice in Wonderland and Professor Albus Dumbledore, to Pennywise the Clown.

On World Book Day, every child in full-time education in the UK is given a voucher to be spent on books.

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Silver award recognises Locomotion’s support for autistic visitors

One of the North East’s most popular attractions has been recognised for its positive steps towards enhancing the experience for autistic visitors, staff and volunteers.
“For 18 years I was working as an autistic person but didn’t realise it"

Addressing the barriers autistic people face in the workplace in a series of videos for NEAS, Phil shares his own experiences of work, and covers how employers can make their recruitment and working environments more inclusive.
Tesco partnership gives our pupils work experience

A partnership between Thornhill Park School and Tesco creates work experience opportunities for autistic young people.
Youth Employment

A YOUTH employment service delivered by our Employment Futures provision has hosted a special celebration event.

John Muir Conservation Award

Class 7 have been working towards their John Muir Conservation Award and hosted a number of fundraising activities.
Celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Pupils at Aycliffe School received a very special letter from Her Majesty the Queen, ahead of the monarch's Platinum Jubilee on June 3rd.
Honouring VE Day

Military personnel spent two days at Aycliffe School ahead of VE Day on May 8th.
World Maths Day

Aycliffe School Celebrated World Maths Day on 23rd of March.
Emergency Services Day

Durham Fire Brigade visited the school, giving pupils the opportunity to learn about the work of a fire fighter.
Rare Disease Day

Level 4 Teaching Assistant Owen Dickinson arranged a series of activities to mark Rare Disease Day on Monday 28th February.
Children’s Mental Health Week

Pupils at Aycliffe School marked Children's Mental Health Week with a range of activities.
Rolo the Therapy Dog visits Aycliffe

Aycliffe School has recently subscribed to the Read2Dogs Scheme, which helps children improve their literacy and communication skills.
Celebrating the Chinese New Year

Pupils in Class 5 celebrated the Chinese New Year with a food tasting session.
Christmas at Aycliffe School

Pupils at Aycliffe School have had a fantastic time celebrating Christmas.

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