Welcome to Autism East Midlands
Supporting young people, adults and their families since 1968.
We provide a wide range of care, support and educational services to meet the needs of autistic individuals of all ages, and their families and carers.
Need a short family break, or a trip somewhere different?
Our holiday lettings are set in the tranquil surroundings of Ashbourne and offer comfortable care-free packages that suit families, groups and those with a wandering spirit.
Bolsover residents celebrate Pancake Day
Residents at our Bolsover residential service recently celebrated Pancake Day.
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Andy's progress to independence
Andy, one of our residents, shares how our staff have supported him in developing independent living skills.
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Behind the scenes at Ace: How our delicious popcorn is made
Our Marketing Team went behind the scenes at Ace Popcorn, getting a first-hand look at our new social enterprise.
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Whitegates described as "amazing lifeline" for family
Hear a family's story of how our respite service has made a difference to one of the people we support.
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Why I am running the City of Lincoln 10K - Julian's Story
Julian shares why he is doing the City of Lincoln 10K for one of his beautiful boys.
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Old Fire Station receives donation from local ASDA
Staff and service users from our Old Fire Station service recently visited their local Asda to pick up donated selection...
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Students from SHS were invited to participate in a Table Cricket Tournament
Students from SHS were invited to participate in a Table Cricket Tournament.
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Students represented SHS in a festive running event
Students represented Sutherland House School in a festive running event.
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23 February 2026
Braithwell is officially open!! 🎉🥳
We're so proud to announce that after two years of planning, Ofsted visits, open days and hours of work from our staff, our new school in Braithwell is finally open!
We want to take this opportunity to thank everyone that has been with us as part of this journey.
Whether you're a staff member that helped with getting the site ready, or a parent that attended one of our tours, or just a supporter of the work we do championing new schools like ours for autistic children and young people, thank you!
We can't wait to see what the future holds for all our new students 💖
20 February 2026
Looking for a new role in education? 🏫
Why not find out if working at Sutherland House School Nottingham is the right move for you?
We’re now offering Friday afternoon school tours during term-time for prospective applicants interested in learning more about our school.
🕒 Tour times: 3:30pm – 4:15pm
📍 Location: Nottingham site
To book your visit:
📞 Phone: 0115 960 9263
📧 Email: shsadmin@aem.org.uk
20 February 2026
⭐ Only 50 days to go until Julian takes on the City of Lincoln 10K! ⭐
We’re incredibly proud of Julian and so grateful to everyone who has supported his fundraising journey so far. 💖
Thanks to your generosity, £280 has already been raised, every donation, big or small, makes a huge difference and helps us continue providing vital support to autistic individuals and their families across the East Midlands.
Donate here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aYQlo6
