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.

Meet the Trustees

Chief Executive Officer

John Phillipson

North East Autism Society

15 Lumley Court

Drum Industrial Estate

Chester-le-Street

County Durham

DH2 1AN

0191 410 9974

[email protected]

Chair of Trustees

Gavin Bestford

Latest

Runners take on London Marathon for NEAS

Two runners taking on the 2024 London Marathon smashed their fundraising goals, raising over £3000 for NEAS.
You can really take your career here as far as you want

A drive for facing new challenges helped Rae Markham progress her career with NEAS, and now she wants new staff to have the same opportunities.
I look back and know I've done something special

Cath Todd has worked in residential care with NEAS for more than 30 years and says it has been a hugely rewarding career.
Outgoing Mayor raises over £42,000 for charities

NEAS is hugely grateful for the support from former Mayor of Stockton-on-Tees Jim Beall, who marked his final engagement in the office with a stunning donation to his chosen charities.

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Help us to continue making a positive difference to the lives of autistic individuals, and their families, across the region. Read more

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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