Thornhill Park School

Thornhill Park School is an independent specialist school based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear for pupils aged 4-19

Our mission is to work together inspiring, supporting, celebrating and equipping autistic and neurodiverse children, young people and adults.

Thornhill Park School: Attendance

Reporting Absence

If you are unwell or if you are not able to attend school you will need to let us know.

You or a parent / guardian should contact the school office on:

0191 565 3965

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Why work for us?

We recognise that the work we do wouldn’t be possible without our incredible team of dedicated employees. With opportunities within our care, education, employment and family support services, there’s a career for you at the North East Autism Society.
Our services

We offer a wide range of autism-specific services across the North-east including: education, social and vocational training, family groups, employment support, residential care, supported living and short breaks services.
Education

We offer specialist education, tailored to the individual needs of children and young people aged 3-25.

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What We Believe

We provide a wide – and ever growing – range of services for autistic children, young people and adults, and those with other examples of neurodiversity.
Child Residential Care

We design individual programmes for each child or young person who stays in one of our residences to ensure their specific needs are met. We offer weekly, termly and 52 week residential placements.
What we do

We help remove barriers to support individuals with autism and learning difficulties into employment. This new service has been designed to support both the individual, and also the employer.
Our Homes

Creating a 'home from home' environment for autistic children and those with learning difficulties
Volunteering opportunities

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Family Workshops

Our workshops focus on empowering parents to use their natural skills to support their children.
Trampolining Sessions

Our FREE trampolining lessons are open to children, young people and adults with special needs.

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