North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School
Newton Aycliffe, Durham, North East · DL5 6UN
Part of the North East Centre for Autism, this small independent school in Newton Aycliffe serves around 58 pupils in a setting built around specialist support. With its modest roll, it offers a closely held environment where staff can know each child well. The school is led by headteacher Mrs Kirsty Carr and is inspected by the ISI. As a mixed, non-denominational school, it admits both boys and girls from age 11.
58
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 58
- Location
- Newton Aycliffe, Durham, North East
- Website
- http://www.ne-as.org.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Kirsty Carr
Teaching & academics
Pupils join at age 11, and the school operates an 11+ entry point. Its small size allows teaching to be tailored to individual needs rather than delivered in large classes.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A specialist, deliberately small independent school for families seeking a supportive, individually focused setting in County Durham.
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North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School located?
North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School is located at Cedar Drive, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6UN.
What type of school is North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School?
North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North East.
How many pupils attend North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School?
North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School has approximately 58 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.