Circle Centre

Circle Centre is a specialist nursery run by the charity Autism Early Support, located in the quiet rural hamlet of Middle Claydon in Buckinghamshire. Established in 2001 and formerly known as the Puzzle Centre, the nursery offers early support and specialist education for autistic children and children with sensory, communication and interaction differences, along with their families. Each academic year the nursery has places for around 20 pre-school children. The centre has achieved five consecutive Outstanding Ofsted ratings, with its most recent inspection in July 2025 confirming its continued excellence in providing specialist education and early support. The charity takes a child-led, needs-led and neurodiversity affirming approach, designing support around each child's strengths, interests and preferences. Services include assessment, home programmes and training, with provision focusing on early years through to age 12. Occupational therapy and speech and language therapy are available on site, delivered by HCPC-registered specialist practitioners. An outreach service extends support to families in the community and online through projects including the Parent's Portal, parent support groups, and assessments and support packages.