Ambitious about Autism

Ambitious about Autism We're the national charity supporting autistic children and young people. Ambitious about Autism was founded as TreeHouse in 1997.

It was founded as a specialist school for children with autism, with five pupils and based in a borrowed room in the Royal Free Hospital in North London. For the last 13 years, Ambitious about Autism has been growing and developing into the national charity that it is today, which provides services, raises awareness and influences policy. We moved to Muswell Hill, north London, in 2004, and moved into our purpose designed building - the Pears National Centre for Autism Education - in October 2008.

We're delighted to be working with the Department for Work and Pensions - DWP to offer 20 paid internships for autistic ...
05/10/2026

We're delighted to be working with the Department for Work and Pensions - DWP to offer 20 paid internships for autistic young people aged 18-25.

These eight-week internships provide a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience, develop new skills and explore career opportunities within the UK's largest public service department.

Start date: February 2027 (subject to security and onboarding checks)

Location: England and Scotland

Salary: £475 per week (before deductions)

Application deadline: Friday 16 October at midday

Apply now: https://bit.ly/4xVzomU

This is Phoebe’s story. We are calling on the Government to listen to Phoebe and make the SEND system work for her and f...
02/10/2026

This is Phoebe’s story.

We are calling on the Government to listen to Phoebe and make the SEND system work for her and for thousands of other autistic young people.

Tap the link to join our Absence Notes campaign: https://bit.ly/45LBwm1

It’s Free Wills Month! You don't have to leave a large gift to make a lasting impact. Once you've provided for family an...
01/10/2026

It’s Free Wills Month!

You don't have to leave a large gift to make a lasting impact.

Once you've provided for family and friends, even a small gift in your will can help ensure autistic children and young people can learn, thrive and achieve in a world where they belong.

We’ve partnered with Octopus Legacy to offer you the chance to write or update your will for free.

We’re covering the costs of wills up to £150, so you can write your simple will for free or get a discounted one.

You can do this online, over the phone or in person with a will writing expert or solicitor.

Start your free will today: https://bit.ly/3TAMwj5

28/09/2026

Are you gearing up for your next big challenge?

On Sunday 18 July 2027, join our community of riders for the iconic 220-mile cycle from Manchester to London.

We’re delighted to be partnering with Rapha UK for this unforgettable event and Simon Mottram, founder of Rapha, will be leading the ride.

What’s involved:

📍 Manchester → London
🚴‍️ 220 miles
👕 Bespoke Rapha kit
🥤 Four fully supported feed stops
🍕 A well-earned celebration at Rapha HQ

Not ready to take on all 220 miles? Form a Snowball Team and share the ride. One rider starts the challenge, with teammates joining at each feed stop as you roll towards London together.

Register before 30 November 2026 and save £20 on your entry. Use discount code EARLYBIRD27 to get £20 off a standard entry, or use EARLYBIRDST27 to get £20 off a Snowball Team entry.

Spaces are limited so sign up now: https://bit.ly/4z67RjI

As the new academic year begins, we're offering 35% off our individual training courses when you book before 1 December....
25/09/2026

As the new academic year begins, we're offering 35% off our individual training courses when you book before 1 December.

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge, build your confidence, and support better outcomes for autistic people.

Simply use code ACADEMIC35 at checkout to claim your discount: https://bit.ly/46DaTQb

What are National Inclusion Standards, and why do they matter? The Government has proposed introducing National Inclusio...
24/09/2026

What are National Inclusion Standards, and why do they matter?

The Government has proposed introducing National Inclusion Standards as part of its SEND reforms.

National Inclusion Standards would set minimum expectations for how mainstream schools support children and young people with SEND.

The aim is to make support more consistent, so families know what they should be able to expect, no matter where they live.

But there is an important question at the heart of the debate: should these standards simply be guidance, or should schools be legally required to meet them?

Our polling suggests parents and carers want stronger accountability. Seven in ten (70%) say National Inclusion Standards should be legally binding.

The Government is planning significant reforms to England's SEND system, including the introduction of Individual Suppor...
21/09/2026

The Government is planning significant reforms to England's SEND system, including the introduction of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and National Inclusion Standards for mainstream schools.

We fear these reforms won’t deliver meaningful change unless they are legally enforceable. Parents agree.

Tap the link to join our Absence Notes campaign and make your voice heard at this crucial time: https://bit.ly/45LBwm1

New polling we commissioned from YouGov has found that many parents of children with SEND lack confidence in mainstream ...
18/09/2026

New polling we commissioned from YouGov has found that many parents of children with SEND lack confidence in mainstream schools’ ability to support them.

The Government’s ambition to make mainstream schools more inclusive is welcome.

But it must listen to parents’ concerns and ensure reforms work and lead to better outcomes.

Tap the link to join our education campaigning work: https://bit.ly/45LBwm1

17/09/2026

Starting university can feel like everyone else has it all figured out, but in reality, it's a big life change for everyone. 🎓

There’s no such thing as the perfect university experience. Give yourself time, be kind to yourself and remember that you deserve to feel supported every step of the way.

What do you wish you’d known before starting university?

It's National Inclusion Week!In our latest blog, Suki, an autistic young person that has taken part in our Autistic and ...
15/09/2026

It's National Inclusion Week!

In our latest blog, Suki, an autistic young person that has taken part in our Autistic and OK programme, writes about how she's helping neurotypical children understand their autistic peers.

"When I was invited back to my old primary school to lead an assembly on inclusion, I realised that understanding autism shouldn't just be the responsibility of autistic people. Everyone needs to understand how it feels to be autistic."

Read Suki's blog: https://bit.ly/4xlHCV4

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