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.

Autism Acceptance Week

TO celebrate Autism Acceptance Week, Class 2 made a marble run in the shape of the infinity logo.

The pupils used toilet paper tubes and painted it themselves. The children enjoyed playing with the marble run - they found it challenging to keep the marble on the run, but enjoyed the challenge all the same.

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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.

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.
Harvest time

Class 4 picked a yellow courgette, strawberries and lettuce after looking after their garden this term.
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.

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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