Vision, Mission, Values
Our Vision: A world where autistic people live happy and fulfilled lives.
Our Mission: We support and educate autistic people throughout their lives, and redefine what’s possible by providing innovative and transformative services.
Our Values
We are creative
We are aspirational
We are resilient
We are respectful
We are Creative
We redefine what’s possible every day, pushing boundaries and always striving to do things differently and better.
We are Aspirational
We respond with compassion, energy and adaptability, always learning and always focused on creating a legacy of lasting happiness.
We are Resilient
We keep our promises and aren’t afraid to stand up and be counted, honestly, openly, and always with pride.
We are Respectful
We know how important it is to get things right and recognise the views of others. Consistency, kindness and integrity are at the heart of everything we do.
About us
Ascent College Wins Most Inspirational Sixth Form & College Award
A small specialist college is making a big impact. Ascent Autism Specialist College, part of the Remarkable Group, has been named Most Inspirational Sixth Form & College at the 2025 Educate Awards, sponsored by Liverpool John Moores University. Chosen from a...
Ascent Autism Advice Forum – December Session
Date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Online via Microsoft Teams Register your interest: gemmasutton@ascent.college This month’s Ascent Autism Advice Forum focuses on an important and sensitive topic for families navigating the digital world:...
Student Business Breakfast – Christmas Edition
College students welcome you to a Christmas-themed Business Breakfast Ascent Autism Specialist College is hosting a special Student Business Breakfast on Thursday 11th December 2025 at 11 The Parks, WA12 0QJ. Local business guests are warmly invited to join us for a...
Ascent College Christmas Market
Join us for some festive cheer at the Ascent College Christmas Market! Students and staff at Ascent College are delighted to invite families, friends, and members of the community to our Christmas Market at the Ascent College Vocational Learning Hub, Vista Road, WA11...
Ascent Autism Advice Forum – November Session
Date: Wednesday 12th November 2025 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Online via Microsoft Teams Register your interest: gemmasutton@ascent.college We are pleased to announce the next session in our Ascent Autism Advice Forum series, continuing our mission to share practical...
Opening Doors: Dominic’s Work Experience Journey with Vinci Facilities
At Ascent Autism College, we’re passionate about creating real opportunities for our students to develop meaningful skills that prepare them for life beyond the classroom. One shining example of this is Dominic, a student who has been taking part in regular work...
Ascent College staff and students move into their new home
Last week, staff and students at Ascent Autism Specialist College moved into their new home on the multi-use business park, The Parks in Newton-le-Willows. Staff and students walked through the college’s doors in awe as they started the 2025/26 academic year by...
Autism Advice Forum – October Session
Ascent Autism Advice Forum – October Session Date: Thursday 2nd October 2025 Location: Online via Microsoft Teams Register your interest: gemmasutton@ascent.college We’re pleased to invite you to the next session of the Ascent Autism Advice Forum – an open and...
Specialist college receives £20k boost to develop digital futures for neurodiverse students
(From left to right: CEO of Remarkable, Robin Bush; head of adult services at Ascent College, Julliet Doherty; Ascent College student, Will; director / founder of DAB, Anne-Marie Atherton; employment engagement officer at Ascent College, Tara Thomas; bid writer and...
Local specialist college hosts event for new neighbours
Ascent Autism Specialist College in Newton-Le-Willows welcomed a range of local businesses to its ‘Meet the Neighbours’ event ahead of its new site opening on The Parks in September. Part of the Remarkable Autism Charity group, Ascent College is moving to its new home...