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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Free

Glenwood School

Southend
A special school for children with severe learning difficulties, aged 3-19, in Benfleet.
Paid

SEND 4 ALL

Essex
A parent/carer support group offering advice and signposting to parents and carers of children and young people with special educational
Paid

Stepout Essex

Essex
Tailored support for individuals aged 18-30 facing mental health challenges
Paid

MegaCentre Rayleigh

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

Sign Away

Southend
Sign Away BSL runs introductory courses to British Sign Language.
Free

The MAZE Group

Essex, Thurrock, Southend
A SEND parent led community interest company, supporting parents of children with additional needs to feel good and function well
Free

SEND Sensation

Anywhere
Clubs and activities for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
Paid

Independence Project

Essex
Offers disabled adults a personalised programme of activities to engage while within a fun safe environment.
Free

Columbus School & College

Essex
A special school for children with severe learning difficulties, aged 3-19, in Chelmsford.

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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