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Empowering children, young people, and their families to achieve their full potential through inclusive programmes and dedicated support.

Ambitious about Autism campaigns for policy change to ensure all autistic children and young people are able to learn, thrive and achieve in the early years, in education, in employment and beyond.

Information and support in Nottingham City.

Information and advice for parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities.

A charity organisation working to improve policy and practice supporting autistic people.

Helping parents & carers learn more about autism and the services available. 

A parent led support group for families and carers of children and young people under the age of 25.  

A small registered charity supporting autistic girls, women and their families through resources, education and campaigning for earlier diagnosis.

Supporting autistic people to live happier, healthier, longer lives.

Mental wellbeing support for young people and adults.

Early Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Support Service for Children and Young People aged 0-25 years.

Positive Support Group provides holistic support programmes for children and young adults. Professional referral only.

Introduction to demand avoidance, support and guidance.

To support the needs of people with a primary diagnosis of Learning Disability and/or Autism. It helps identify those who may be at risk of crisis and ensures a coordinated response to meet their needs.

Support strategies for parents and carers of dyslexic children & people.

A team of dedicated professionals offering personalised dyslexia advice, screening, assessment, training and tuition. 

The Nottingham City, Education Welfare service work closely with schools and families to resolve attendance issues. 

Support and guidance for Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) for children and young people, aged 0 to 25 years.

Family support and guidance around every day parenting challenges.

A charity based in Worksop, dedicated to supporting young people aged 8-25 across Bassetlaw, to gain confidence, learn new skills and reach goals that will help to reach your full potential.

Support for families of pupils aged five to 16 who are unable to attend school due to medical or mental health reasons.

Support and advice for parents & carers regarding elective home education.

Support and advice for parents & carers regarding elective home education.

Support for toddlers aged 2-2½ years who need a helping hand with their language development.

Support for toddlers aged 2-2½ years who need a helping hand with their language development.

Support for toddlers aged 2-2½ years who need a helping hand with their language development.

Free and independent legally based information, advice and support to help get the right education for children and young people with special educational needs.

Jigsaw Youth Club works with neuro-divergent people in Nottingham who would like to develop social and life skills.

Support for children & young people at risk of hospital admission or who have been admitted to a mental health hospital. Professional referral only.

Masking is a term used when a person hides how they really feel or what they are finding hard. Some people do this to fit in with others. They might copy how others act so they don’t stand out.  This can help them feel safe, but it can also be tiring or upsetting. Please see the masking guide for more information (guide courtesy of Doncaster Council).

Online training modules to provide knowledge and understanding of autism – learn at your own pace.

The Children & Young People Neurodevelopmental Pathway Bassetlaw - previously known as the General Developmental Assessment (GDA) pathway.

The Children & Young People Neurodevelopmental Pathway Support Guidance in Nottinghamshire County - previously known as the Concerning Behaviours Pathway.

The Children & Young People Neurodevelopmental Pathway Support Team (NPST) in Nottingham City - previously known as the Behavioural & Emotional Health Team (BEH).

Provides information and guidance, including easy read information and where to get support.

Provides information and guidance, including easy read information and where to get support.

Person centred community-based autism support service for all ages.

Family information services directory across Nottinghamshire.

Parent/Carer led charity, championing the voice of parents and carers of SEND children across Nottinghamshire.

Right to Choose Guidance For Families Seeking An Assessment for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and/or Autism.

Support for young people transitioning from children's to adult healthcare, known as "Preparing for Adulthood" or "Healthcare Transition." This site offers valuable information for families and any young person navigating this transition.

Guidance and support for young people preparing for adulthood. 

Guidance and support for young people preparing for adulthood. 

Supporting & empowering families to be heard & achieve better outcomes.

Reasonable adjustments for neurodiverse children in school - A parents guide

A group where parents and carers of children with Special Educational Needs and or Difficulties (SEND) can come together to share experiences and feel less alone. 

Transforming the lives of physically disabled people right across the world through the innovative use of gaming and technology.

Support for parents with children and young people on the autistic spectrum with disabilities, special & additional needs.

Empower and advocate for parents, carers and professionals who support children and young people with SEND.

Supporting parents, carers and professionals in the community through a range of friendly events and specialised training and support.

The Island Project supports the permanently excluded, the at risk of exclusion and vulnerable, challenging learners aged 9-18.

Support for children and young people aged 5-18 to manage conditions such as Chronic Motor Tic Disorder and Tourette Syndrome. Professional referral only.

Advice and support for families of young autistic children to care for their teeth. Created with families, professionals and researchers.

A youth charity situated in Nottingham, dedicated to providing vital mental health support for young individuals aged 16-35 across Nottinghamshire.

A confidential service that supports young carers aged 5-17 who live in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

Mental Health & Wellbeing support for young people and their parents/carers.