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Autism Centre Of Excellence

Also known as: Ace, Autism Centre for Excellence, Autism Action

We commission breakthrough research, working with the world's leading academics, and bring it together with the real-life experiences of autistic people to build evidence that can't be ignored. We involve autistic people at every step and undertake action to improve support for autistic people in the areas that matter most to them; mental health, quality of life, and health and wellbeing.

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Activities & Mission

We commission breakthrough research, working with the world's leading academics, and bring it together with the real-life experiences of autistic people to build evidence that can't be ignored. We involve autistic people at every step and undertake action to improve support for autistic people in the areas that matter most to them; mental health, quality of life, and health and wellbeing.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£262,970
Latest Expenditure
£650,736

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 91.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 99.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £855,508
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £30,619
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £809,305
Raising Funds £447
Governance £6,634
Grants to Institutions £385,439
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£262,970
£650,7360 / 0
2024
£414,673
£1,493,4380 / 0
2023
£886,127
£809,752£809,305£2,440,063£1,992,6485 / 0
2022
£911,175
£579,512£579,512£2,363,688£1,697,0213 / 0
2021
£2,066,366
£34,341£34,341£2,032,025£1,032,0251 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Autism Centre Of Excellence

What does Autism Centre Of Excellence do?

We commission breakthrough research, working with the world's leading academics, and bring it together with the real-life experiences of autistic people to build evidence that can't be ignored. We involve autistic people at every step and undertake action to improve support for autistic people in the areas that matter most to them; mental health, quality of life, and health and wellbeing.

How much income did Autism Centre Of Excellence report in 2025?

Autism Centre Of Excellence reported total income of £263k and reported expenditure of £651k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Autism Centre Of Excellence registered as a charity?

Autism Centre Of Excellence was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 October 2020 as charity number 1191599. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Autism Centre Of Excellence?

Autism Centre Of Excellence is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Fraser Hardie. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Autism Centre Of Excellence operate?

Autism Centre Of Excellence operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Autism Centre Of Excellence a registered charity?

Yes — Autism Centre Of Excellence is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1191599.

Details

Address
NEC Charity Hub
Byron House
Cambridge Business Park
Cowley Road
Cambridge
CB4 0WZ
Registration Date
2 October 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5150402
Charity Number
1191599

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Trustees

Andrew James Buisson
Anna Maria Lewy
Dr LEWIS OWENS
Elias Sakellis
Elizabeth Norah Binks
Iain Vyvyan Pocock
Prof Jason Atta Kwei Arday

Also Known As

  • Ace
  • Autism Centre for Excellence
  • Autism Action

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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