Autism Education Trust (AET)

Name

Autism Education Trust (AET)

Legal name

National Autistic Society

Website

https://autismeducationtrust.org.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Special Education Training and Professional Development

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Autism Teacher Training & Professional Development (EDAKAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Autism Classroom & School Program Support (Inclusion/Resource) (EDAKAKAC)

Keywords

• Special education training
• Neurodiversity professional development
• Autism training programmes
• Inclusive education CPD
• SEND training services

Headquarters

HQ city

Not specified

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. CPD Training Delivery: Revenue generated through continuing professional development training sessions delivered by their network of trainers either face-to-face or virtually to education professionals.
2. Licensed Partner Programme: Training organisations and partners pay to access and deliver NEN's training programmes under licence, generating licensing revenue.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Neuroinclusive Education Network (NEN), formerly the Autism Education Trust (AET), delivers evidence-based training programmes and resources to help UK educational institutions and professionals create inclusive environments for neurodivergent learners. Core offerings include the Essential Licence Programme for schools and Multi Academy Trusts, a UK-wide network-delivered CPD Training service, and a Licensed Partner Programme that enables training organisations to deliver NEN's programmes under licence.

Product overview

The Neuroinclusive Education Network (NEN), formerly the Autism Education Trust (AET), operates as a unified training and professional development platform under the National Autistic Society. The offering comprises the Essential Licence Programme as a structured entry point for schools and MATs, the CPD Training programme delivering face-to-face and virtual training via a UK-wide trainer network, and the Licensed Partner Programme enabling organisations to deliver authorised training. Resources complement these core offerings to support inclusive education practices for neurodivergent learners including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and Tourette Syndrome.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NEN Essential Licence Programme A structured training licence programme providing a sustainable pathway to embed inclusive practice, designed for busy schools and Multi Academy Trusts (MATs) as a practical response to SEND Reform.
• CPD Training Continuing professional development training delivered by a network of trainers across the UK, available face-to-face or virtually, providing bespoke training sessions for education professionals supporting neurodivergent learners.
• Licensed Partner Programme A progressive suite of training programmes allowing organisations to become licensed partners, offering training programmes that fit different contexts and ambitions, enabling delivery of NEN's evidence-based neurodivergence training.

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• National Autistic SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNEN is now part of the National Autistic Society, a registered charity in England and Wales (269425) and Scotland (SC039427). The National Autistic Society is also a company limited by guarantee registered at Companies House (01205298). This parent organisation relationship provides organisational infrastructure and brand credibility.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• nasen (National Association for Special Educational Needs): UK membership and training organisation providing CPD, resources, and policy support to education professionals working with SEND learners. Directly comparable to NEN as a UK SEND-focused educator training and resource provider serving schools, MATs, and Local Authorities.
• Ambitious about Autism: UK charity focused on education and outcomes for autistic children and young people, offering training, resources, and direct school services. Comparable to NEN's autism-specific education training focus and UK school-based delivery model.
• Council for Disabled Children: UK umbrella body for SEND and disability organisations that delivers training, policy guidance, and CPD programmes to education professionals. Comparable to NEN in serving Local Authorities, schools, and education professionals on inclusive practice.
• British Dyslexia Association: UK charity providing teacher training, accreditation, and resources on dyslexia and neurodivergence. Comparable to NEN as a CPD provider specifically focused on one of NEN's expanded neurodivergence focus areas (dyslexia).
• Whole School SEND: UK consortium dedicated to embedding SEND-inclusive practice across schools through training, resources, and CPD programmes. Closely comparable to NEN's Essential Licence model and institutional buyer base (Local Authorities, MATs, schools).
• ADHD Foundation: UK organisation providing training, CPD, and educational resources on ADHD for schools and education professionals. Comparable to NEN as a CPD-led provider covering one of NEN's core neurodivergence focus areas (ADHD).

Broad incumbents

• National Autistic Society: UK's leading autism charity and NEN's parent organisation, offering broad services across education, advocacy, employment, and social care. Comparable as the umbrella charity in the autism education space, but wider in scope than NEN's training-focused mission.

Regional players

• Amaze: Brighton-based SEND charity offering training, information, and support for families and education professionals. Comparable as a SEND training provider but primarily regional (Southeast England) versus NEN's UK-wide delivery model.

Others

• Contact (formerly Contact a Family): UK charity supporting families of disabled children, including SEND-specific guidance for parents navigating education. Adjacent to NEN as part of the UK SEND ecosystem, but focused on family support rather than direct educator CPD delivery.

Emerging players

• Tourettes Action: UK charity supporting people with Tourette Syndrome, including education-focused training and resources for teachers. Comparable as a specialist provider in one of NEN's expanded neurodivergence focus areas, though narrower in scope and less training-led than NEN.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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