Mackenzie Thorpe Centre

The Mackenzie Thorpe Centre is an independent specialist school based in South Bank, Redcar and Cleveland for pupils aged 5-19

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

Harvest time

Class 4 have been looking after their garden this term and have now started to see the fruits of their labour!

We have harvested our first yellow courgette, picked ripe strawberries and tried our delicious fresh lettuce. We are looking forward to trying our courgette tomorrow as part of our lunch and have handed it to our kitchen staff to work their magic.

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Pupils return to a busy first week

Mackenzie Thorpe Centre pupils are welcomed back to school with a busy first week of lessons and activities.
Great North Run 2025

Join Team NEAS for the World's Greatest Half Marathon!
Setting Adam up for the future

Adam has received benefits advice and support to make friends since he joined the Empower Works programme.
Festive Bake Off

On your marks, get set... Bake! Get together with family, friends and colleagues to whip up some sweet treats to raise funds for the North East Autism Society.

New term reading

Pupils have begun their new school term with much-loved book The Gruffalo, linking to their science topic of animals and their habitats.
Water play

Pupils at Mackenzie Thorpe have been cooling down with their annual water fight as well as a paddling pool in the shade.
Diversity Week

Class 2 have been looking at diversity this week.
Celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Pupils learned about the Queen’s Reign, made bunting and paper chains to decorate their classrooms, and enjoyed a jubilee banquet.
Visiting the Whale

Pupils had the unique opportunity to visit a very special art installation in Redcar this week.
Learning about Road Safety

Class 4 have been working on their road safety in school and out in the community this week.
Outdoor Education Month

As part of their learning, pupils in Class 2 learned about recycling and the environment.
Mental Health Awareness Week

Pupils marked Mental Health Awareness Week with a range of activities.
Discussing Ambition

Lottie’s ambition was to be able to make curry sauce and rice from scratch.
Class 5: Spring Term

From horse riding to cooking, it's been a busy term for the pupils in Class 5.

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Everyday Equality Campaign

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