Directory

There are a range of organisations that offer support to young autistic people and their families across Essex. We’ve worked with families across Essex, Southend, and Thurrock to handpick services that they recommend. 

Find a service for you by searching or browsing all the services below. 

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Paid

MegaCentre Rayleigh

Southend
An activity centre as a Youth and Community facility for the benefit of the community.
Paid

Fit For All

Essex, Thurrock, Southend
Personal trainer specials making fitness accessible for everybody
Free

Kingswode Hoe School

Essex
A special school for children with moderate learning difficulties, aged 5-16, in Colchester.
Paid

Alphabake Cookery

Essex, Thurrock, Southend
Workshops to help children and young people with learning disabilities to experience and enjoy cooking.
Paid

360 Play

Essex
An inclusive play centre for all children with and without send.
Free

Little Heroes

Southend
Support group for families of children who are diagnosed with or are going through a diagnosis of ASD.
Free

Essex video resources

Anywhere
Films sharing peoples experiences in the early stages of their SEND journey.
Free

Young people’s Hub

Anywhere
Support & empowerment for 13-25 year olds with SEN & disabilities
Free

Healthwatch Essex

Essex
Healthwatch Essex is an independent charity that uses your voice to improve health and care in Essex

Haven't found what you're looking for?

Each Local Authority in England provides a directory of SEND services. That is called their ‘Local Offer‘. In it you can find a range of organisations and services who can offer advice, guidance, direct support for a wide range of needs. Find your Local Offer below: 

Parent Carer Forums

Parent Carer Forums work with local authorities, education settings, health commissioners and other provides to represent parent and carer’s views and experiences. Everyone involved with the forums are parent/carers themselves and using their points of view they can help inform and influence services for children, young people and their families. To learn more about these forums or to get involved click the link below.

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If you know of a local service in Essex, Southend, or Thurrock that you think other young autistic people or their families would benefit from please tell us and we’ll include it in our directory. 

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