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About us

Learn more about Prior's Court - a registered charity based in Berkshire providing education and residential care for young people with complex autism, aged 5-25 and helping them to build a brighter, more independent future. 

Our story

Our story

The story of Prior's Court - an autism education charity inspired over 20 years ago by the experience of one parent and one autistic child. Read more

Published: 29th December, 2020

Updated: 9th October, 2023

Author: Rachel Drinkwater

Our purpose and ambition

Our purpose and ambition

Our charity's purpose and ambition to transform the future for young people with complex autism. Read more

Published: 27th December, 2020

Updated: 29th November, 2023

Author: Rachel Drinkwater

Our people

Our people

Key people within Prior's Court including Senior Management, Trustees of the charity and our Founding Patron, Dame Stephanie Shirley CH. Read more

Published: 25th December, 2020

Updated: 29th November, 2023

Author: Rachel Drinkwater

Our autism expertise

Our autism expertise

Our commitment to maintaining a high level of expertise in autism through staff training and research. Read more

Published: 22nd December, 2020

Updated: 29th November, 2023

Author: Rachel Drinkwater

Prior Insight

Prior Insight

Prior Insight is our big data platform which was set up to learn more about our young people's autism. Now, additionally, it hosts many of our staff-facing processes and protocols. Read more

Published: 20th December, 2020

Updated: 29th November, 2023

Author: Rachel Drinkwater

Annual Report

Annual Report

The Annual Report and Financial Statements for Prior's Court. Read more

Published: 14th October, 2020

Updated: 29th November, 2023

Author: Rachel Drinkwater

Contact us

Contact us

Contact details and enquiry form if you would like to get in touch with Prior's Court. Read more

Published: 6th October, 2020

Updated: 29th November, 2023

Author: Rachel Drinkwater

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Latest

  • Jamie rehearses 'We wish you a Merry Christmas'

    Jamie rehearses 'We wish you a Merry Christmas'

    Prior's Court young person Jamie, who has complex autism, delivered a fantastic performance of 'We wish you a Merry Christmas' complete with signs during his music lesson.

  • Panto visit answers the burning question, 'Can Bears ski?'

    Panto visit answers the burning question, 'Can Bears ski?'

    Our Lower School strapped on their metaphorical ski boots for a trip to Arlington Arts Centre for a fantastic rendition of the panto, 'Can Bears Ski?'

  • Lighting up an evening with a trip to Windsor Great Park Illuminated

    Lighting up an evening with a trip to Windsor Great Park Illuminated

    A group of Prior's Court's young adults ramped up the Christmas spirit with a trip to the amazing Windsor Great Park Illuminated.

  • First mince pies of the season baked in our bakery

    First mince pies of the season baked in our bakery

    It is beginning to smell a lot like Christmas at Prior's Court with the first mince pies of the season being made in the Prior's Court bakery.

Most read

  • Autism Practitioner

    Autism Practitioner

    We're looking for people with and without experience in care to join our dedicated support teams to help our young people to thrive.

  • Team Manager - Care

    Team Manager - Care

    Using your experience of autism and care, you will be responsible for being a practice lead and for the day-to-day organisation of a team of autism professionals.

  • Our purpose and ambition

    Our purpose and ambition

    Our charity's purpose and ambition to transform the future for young people with complex autism.

  • Learning Autism Practitioner

    Learning Autism Practitioner

    Term-time only opportunities, supporting young people with complex autism in a range of ages.

  • Autism Practitioner - Nights

    Autism Practitioner - Nights

    Our night teams play a key role in improving the sleep patterns of young people with autism and building their independence and life-skills.

  • Our story

    Our story

    The story of Prior's Court - an autism education charity inspired over 20 years ago by the experience of one parent and one autistic child.

  • Autism Practitioner - Weekends

    Autism Practitioner - Weekends

    We're looking for people with and without experience in care to join our teams working at the weekends to support our young people.

  • Term dates

    Term dates

    Prior's Court School term dates and school times

  • Admissions

    Admissions

    Find out more about joining Prior's Court School or Young Adult Provision for young people with complex autism, including our admissions policies and process

  • Drivers

    Drivers

    Minibus drivers needed across shifts throughout day and night to drive Prior's Court vehicles for staff collection and drop-offs, ensuring a punctual, reliable and safe service.

Why we exist

Why we exist

The young people at Prior’s Court are all affected by their autism to a complex degree. We strive to help them to be healthy, happy, more independent and have the opportunity to work. We aspire to transform the lives of even more young people with complex autism and continually push forward with improvements and innovations to provide the best possible care. This is why we exist. Read more

Published: 24th February, 2021

Updated: 19th October, 2023

Author: Rachel Drinkwater

General donations

General donations

Every donation to Prior's Court, no matter how big or small, will help build a brighter future for children and young people with complex autism. We are incredibly grateful for your support, thank you. For major gifts, please contact us directly. Read more

Donate Fundraise

Published: 6th April, 2022

Updated: 3rd August, 2023

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Hermitage
Thatcham
Berkshire
RG18 9NU

Tel: +44 (0)1635 247202
Email: [email protected]

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