The Hub was opened in 1953 as a special school for children with learning, communication and behavioural difficulties by Alice Hoffmann de Visme MBE. In the 1970's the school became a Day activity centre as there were no provisions back then for the children to attend once they reached the age of 18-19.

The Hub provides a service for people with Autism and learning difficulties. A large majority of the service users have not been formally diagnosed with Autism. We are currently open from Mon-Fri between the hours of 9am-3pm for 51 weeks per year. The Hub is only closed for bank holidays.

We currently have 16 service users attending on different days. Funding is on a 1:1 or 1:3 basis although this can change depending on a service users identified needs.

*We are happy to discuss the individual needs of any potential service user to see if we can provide any activity specifically tailored for them.

To provide an individualised and recognised service of excellence to people with Autism and learning difficulties which will enhance their lives and empower the individual to develop skills necessary for independence.

We provide the following activities:

• Horse riding
• Gym
• Swimming
• Arts/Crafts
• I.T
• Basic Education

• Massage
• Sensory
• Music
• Daily living skills
• Community - walks, cafes, pubs, parks

• Cooking/baking
• Yoga

The Hub is in a prime location situated in a busy community and close to amenities. It is possible to walk to Wood Green which has many different shops and a bus & tube station.

There is a large shopping mall and various different cafes and pubs. There are 2 local parks, a library and swimming pool close by.

The Hub,
2 Park Avenue,
Wood Green,
N22 7EX

E mail: thehub@hoffmannfoundation.org.uk
Tel: 020 3326 6360