Our Specialist Schools division is made up of two brands, Acorn Education and Options Autism.

At Acorn Education, we are committed to providing an outstanding, tailored education for children and young adults whose experiences of trauma or adversity may have made such a future feel out of reach.

We work with neurodivergent learners who have multiple, complex, and co-occurring needs – including diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, or dyslexia. Our bespoke curriculum is designed to meet each pupil’s unique needs, fostering communication, social, and life skills alongside academic achievement.

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Options Autism supports autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way.

Everyone should be able to fulfil their potential. For people with a primary diagnosis of autism, access to a rich and rewarding education opens a world of possibilities.

As a leading provider for autistic children and young adults, Options Autism is committed to delivering outstanding, personalised education. Our research-informed approach is tailored to each individual and supported by expert teams dedicated to understanding every child’s unique ability, needs, and goals.

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