As a vibrant and exciting school, we're passionate about providing the education needed by autistic students from early years and foundation stage through to post 16.
We understand that the needs of every child are unique and we work closely with parents, carers and families to create a holistic educational package that meets the needs of every child.
School news
Read our latest school updates, student news and stories direct from the classroom.
Sutherland House School to host Open Evening recruitment event
SHS will be hosting a Recruitment Evening on 5th December with tours for anyone interested in working at our school.
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Sutherland students attend Sports Leaders workshop
Sutherland students attended a Sports Leaders workshop run by Nottingham Active.
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SHS team sets new record at inclusive running event
Our team of KS3 students recently set a new record representing SHS at an inclusive running event.
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Autumn harvesting at the school allotment
Students recently visited our school allotment to harvest fruit and vegetables as part of their Duke of Edinburgh award.
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Students mark First Aid Day with CPR and first aid class
Students had a visit from Mini First Aid where they learned how to do CPR and other first aid techniques.
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Students achieve NCS award at Portland College
Five students recently completed a 3-day course at Portland College which included bread-baking, archery and puzzle skills.
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Key Stage 4 students compete in multi-sport tournament
Students from Sutherland House School took part in a multi-sports event, or "Megafest" organised by Notts Active.
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Sutherland House School gain silver award for their sporting achievements in 2023/4
Sutherland House School was recently awarded a silver certificate for our sporting achievements in the 23-24 academic year.
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SHS joins theatre partnership to help 'celebrate and cherish' Shakespeare
Sutherland House School has recently joined a partnership between The Royal Shakespeare Company, regional theatres and other schools across England.
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SHS students go for gold in running event
Three of our KS3 students represented Sutherland House School in an inclusive running event.
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Students win football match against Carlton and Digby
Our KS3 students recently participated in and won a football match against Carlton and Digby School.
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School hosts successful Preparing for Adulthood Fair
SHS recently hosted its first Preparing for Adulthood Fair, helping parents and students look forward to the future.
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SHS gears up garden for summer
Students at Marchant House are readying the garden for the summer months ahead.
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Sutherland House School welcomes new Headteacher
Sutherland House School bids a warm welcome to the school's new Headteacher, Robbie Jones.
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New training centre for autistic youngsters opens in Nottingham
A training centre to be run by Sutherland House School in Nottingham to help students develop independence skills has officially...
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Footballers do Sutherland House proud
Keen footballers at Sutherland House School were invited to take part in a Key Stage 4/5 football event organised by...
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Children's Mental Health Week: 5-11 February
During Children's Mental Health Week school has been promoting the importance of mental wellbeing.
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Rugby team visit school
Students enjoyed the opportunity to show the guys from Pronto Rugby around school today.
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Teamwork wins the day
Six students represented Sutherland House School in the Key Stage 3 inclusive indoor handball tournament organised by Sports Nottingham yesterday.
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Learning new skills
At Sutherland House School we always look out for meaningful and motivating learning opportunities for our students.
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Christmas performance rounds off the year
Students and teachers rounded off the end of term with a special Christmas Show.
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Advent calendar inspires reading
Over the last few weeks Sutherland House School classes have been enjoying unveiling their Advent Calendar.
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A flavour of university life
An insight into university life was given to Sutherland House School students during a day at the University of Nottingham.
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Students are game for a challenge
Students were happy to take on the challenge when they were welcomed back to take part in a sporting event...
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Superhero Day arrives at Sutherland House
Staff and students dressed in capes and masks today for Superhero Day.
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Celebrating individuality
It's Odd Socks Day today (13th November) and students have chosen to wear mismatched socks to celebrate individuality and differences.
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It's a week of theatre and art
Students welcome the return of Bamboozle Theatre Group for theatre and interactive performance.
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Toys for local children
Boxes of toys have been donated by Sutherland House to Nottingham charity, Himmah, for the benefit of local children.
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Multi-sports event a success
Dodgeball, handball and kurling were just some of the activities that took place during a multi-sports event that Sutherland House...
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From field to fork
Duke of Edinburgh students Alfie, Dawid and Thomas have been learning a valuable lesson in how to grow food.
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Lessons in bike security
Nottingham Community Police came into Sutherland House School today (Friday) to show students how to keep their bikes safe.
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Trio rise to the challenge
Three students from Sutherland House joined primary school pupils from across Nottinghamshire for a sporting challenge.
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Wild about animals
For World Animal Day Sutherland House School students were thrilled to welcome some special guests into school.
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Youngsters learn first aid skills
Following World First Aid Day on 9th September, students have been learning all about first aid and how to make...
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New term gets off to a good start
It was back to school last week and the autumn term at Sutherland House School has got off to a...
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Exam Results Day: Sutherland House celebrates success
It was another joyful exam results day at Sutherland House School today with successes across a range of subjects...
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Liam's art at gallery exhibition
Stunning artwork by a Sutherland House School student is on display at a prestigious Nottingham art exhibition.
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School's out for summer
School finished today for the summer break. It's been a busy few weeks in the lead-up to the end of...
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Building champions
As we head towards the summer break, students took part in a boxing taster session at the Nottingham School of...
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Students showcase creativity in art exhibition
Budding young artists at Sutherland House School pulled out all the stops to create an impressive art exhibition.
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Summer fun at Sutherland House
As we get closer to the end of term at Sutherland House School, there's been a whole lot of fun...
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New menu served up at school
New school menus created by students have been introduced at Sutherland House School.
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School all set for summer fair
Sutherland House School is getting set for their big summer fair, which will take place on 12th July.
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Fire crew visit delights school students
Thrilled students at Sutherland House School got the chance to take a look around a fire engine when a fire...
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Learning outside the classroom
Nottingham employers who can offer opportunities for work experience to students are invited to get in touch ...
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School receives good rating from Ofsted
Sutherland House School has received a good Ofsted report.
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Students share gardening tips with royalty
Duke of Edinburgh Award students, Alfie and Dawid got the chance to meet with Prince Edward on his first public...
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Students go behind the scenes of football grounds
Students and staff at Sutherland House School got the chance to take a look behind the scenes of football ground...
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Staff inspire students during National Careers Week
Teachers and staff have been sharing their career stories with students as part of National Careers Week (6-11 March).
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School celebrates reading
Wonderful costumes, crafting characters and phonics training were activities held at school during World Book Day.
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New school library unveiled
After months of work behind the scenes, the new library space at Sutherland House School has been unveiled.
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Special guests visit school
Students at Sutherland House School had an amazing time today when a group from White Post Farm came in to...
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School joins with Talking Mats for careers project
Staff and students at Sutherland House School have worked with social enterprise Talking Mats to develop an innovative new careers...
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Students step up to the challenge for fundraiser
Students and staff at Sutherland House School have stepped up to the challenge and raised funds for the school.
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Youngsters introduced to exotic animals
Pupils got the chance to see exotic animals at first hand when Zoolab rangers came into Sutherland House School.
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YouTubers share their career journey with youngsters
BTEC media students at Sutherland House School were treated to a tour of the studios of YouTube legends, the Mulligan...
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Sixth formers think big
Sixth Form students at Sutherland House School have had an inspiring start to the school year thanks to a project...
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Students complete Duke of Edinburgh award
Four students from Sutherland House School and one service user from Autism East Midlands completed their silver expedition and residential...
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GCSE success for school students
It has been celebrations all round at Sutherland House School following last week's GCSE successes.
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Welcome to our school
Sutherland House School is one of the specialist services provided by Autism East Midlands. Our video gives just a little...
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Getting an insight into the world of gaming
Speakers for School in partnership with Game Academy organised Game Academy Bootcamp; a virtual work experience programme to learn about...
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Parenting in a digital world
As remote learning becomes a greater force in todays society, many parents and guardians are learning how to parent in...
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Graffiti workshop sparks creativity
Youngsters got creative during a graffiti workshop held at the school where they got the chance to learn basic artistic...
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Tech project inspires students
Students at Sutherland House School got the chance to learn about a career in technology when they took part in...
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Students get in on the act
Actors from Bamboozle Theatre Company put on a special performance of their magical ‘Firebird’ show at Sutherland House School, giving...
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Healthy eating week
On healthy eating week, students at Sutherland House School studied the artist Giuseppe Arcimboldo.
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