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  • The Long Road scoops a Royal Television Society Award

    The Long Road scoops a Royal Television Society Award

    Hot on the heels of picking up two prizes at the 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards, our emotional short film The Long Road has now scooped a Royal Television Society (RTS) East Award. Read more

  • Prior's Court parent tackles Mount Snowdon to raise funds

    Prior's Court parent tackles Mount Snowdon to raise funds

    Holly Knox, mother of Prior's Court young person Fredi, took on the infamous Mount Snowdon Climb on Saturday, 9 May to raise money for Prior’s Court, the charity which has supported her autistic son since 2024. Read more

  • Four young people enjoy incredible CenterParcs Holidays

    Four young people enjoy incredible CenterParcs Holidays

    Four more Children's Home young people have been able to access holidays this year thanks to the incredible hard work of their supporting staff members. Read more

  • Singin’ in the Rain explored in latest arts centre performances

    Singin’ in the Rain explored in latest arts centre performances

    A classic of the musical genre has been explored by Prior’s Court young people, with the backing of Patricia Ward Kelly, the wife of the late Gene Kelly. Read more

  • The Long Road scoops a Royal Television Society Award
  • Prior's Court parent tackles Mount Snowdon to raise funds
  • Four young people enjoy incredible CenterParcs Holidays
  • Singin’ in the Rain explored in latest arts centre performances
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Three new members join the Prior's Court Board of Trustees - and thanks to a departing Trustee

Three new members join the Prior's Court Board of Trustees - and thanks to a departing Trustee

We are delighted to welcome three exceptional new Trustees to the Prior's Court Board of Trustees. Sue Clark, Rachel Childs and Dr Carly Jones MBE each bring a unique combination of professional expertise, leadership experience and personal commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people and their families. And we also say farewll to Trustee Carol Unwin. Read more

Published: 13th July, 2026

Updated: 14th July, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

Young people claim gold at the Berkshire School Games Panathlon Challenge

Young people claim gold at the Berkshire School Games Panathlon Challenge

For the third year in a row, young people from Prior's Court have taken part in the Berkshire School Games Discovery Swim Gala doing the Panathlon Challenge. This year, for the first time, these young people won the competition! Read more

Published: 10th July, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

12 young people from Prior’s Court once again take to the Long Walk at Parallel Windsor

12 young people from Prior’s Court once again take to the Long Walk at Parallel Windsor

For the fourth year in a row, young people from Prior’s Court have gone to Parallel Windsor – a ‘festival of inclusivity’ designed for people of all ages and abilities to take part in challenge events. Read more

Published: 7th July, 2026

Updated: 10th July, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

The Long Road scoops a Royal Television Society Award

The Long Road scoops a Royal Television Society Award

Hot on the heels of picking up two prizes at the 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards, our emotional short film The Long Road has now scooped a Royal Television Society (RTS) East Award. Read more

Published: 7th July, 2026

Updated: 10th July, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

Young people taking part in Parallel Windsor 2026

Young people taking part in Parallel Windsor 2026

Young people from Prior's Court will be taking on challenge events at this year's Parallel Windsor - a "festival of inclusivity" which encourages people of all ages with disabilities to take part in races along the iconic Royal Mile. Read more

Published: 3rd July, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

Prior's Court's Spring Newsletter 2026

Prior's Court's Spring Newsletter 2026

Read the Spring version of the Quarterly Newsletter Read more

Published: 19th May, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

Prior's Court parent tackles Mount Snowdon to raise funds

Prior's Court parent tackles Mount Snowdon to raise funds

Holly Knox, mother of Prior's Court young person Fredi, took on the infamous Mount Snowdon Climb on Saturday, 9 May to raise money for Prior’s Court, the charity which has supported her autistic son since 2024. Read more

Published: 14th May, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

Four young people enjoy incredible CenterParcs Holidays

Four young people enjoy incredible CenterParcs Holidays

Four more Children's Home young people have been able to access holidays this year thanks to the incredible hard work of their supporting staff members. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2026

Updated: 7th May, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

Singin’ in the Rain explored in latest arts centre performances

Singin’ in the Rain explored in latest arts centre performances

A classic of the musical genre has been explored by Prior’s Court young people, with the backing of Patricia Ward Kelly, the wife of the late Gene Kelly. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2026

Updated: 11th May, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

Young people past and present enjoy our annual music festival

Young people past and present enjoy our annual music festival

‘Taylor Swift’, ‘Ed Sheeran’, Reading Football Club and more made Prior’s Court’s annual music festival a day to remember for Prior’s Court young people, their families, staff members, and alumni. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2026

Updated: 12th May, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

The Long Road short film wins two prizes at the Smiley Charity Film Awards

The Long Road short film wins two prizes at the Smiley Charity Film Awards

Prior’s Court’s emotional short film, “The Long Road; Stories of love, hope and autistic young people with complex needs”, has won two awards at the Smiley Charity Film Awards 2026, including the judge's choice prize in our category. Read more

Published: 30th April, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

Dates for confirmed for next UK exclusive autism training course at Prior's Court

Dates for confirmed for next UK exclusive autism training course at Prior's Court

Prior’s Court has confirmed the dates for its next two 5-Day hands on TEACCH® classroom training courses, offering autism professionals and families further opportunities to develop their understanding and practice. Read more

Published: 29th April, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

Death of Chris Barrett DL, former Chair of the Board of Trustees of Prior’s Court

Death of Chris Barrett DL, former Chair of the Board of Trustees of Prior’s Court

Everyone associated with Prior’s Court is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Chris Barrett DL, former Chair of the Board of Trustees.Chris served as Chair from September 2018 to December 2025, leading the organisation through a period of both significant challenge and important progress in education and care. Read more

Published: 29th April, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

Mother of Prior's Court young person tackles Snowdon to raise money for those who have supported him

Mother of Prior's Court young person tackles Snowdon to raise money for those who have supported him

The parent of an autistic young person supported by Prior's Court is tackling Mount Snowdon for the first time to raise money for the staff and young people who have had such a profound impact on his life. Read more

Published: 28th April, 2026

Updated: 29th April, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

The London Marathon provides a challenge for two brave Prior's Court runners

The London Marathon provides a challenge for two brave Prior's Court runners

A prodigious pair each with their own deep connections to Prior’s Court have taken on a marathon challenge to support autistic young people with complex needs. Read more

Published: 27th April, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

Prior's Court Friends - New Membership Programme Officially Launched

Prior's Court Friends - New Membership Programme Officially Launched

Prior's Court Friends has officially launched, with CEO Ryan Campbell CBE proudly becoming the very first member. The new membership scheme offers individuals, couples, and families a meaningful way to support autistic young people with very high levels of need at one of the UK's leading autism charities. Read more

Published: 23rd April, 2026

Author: Alfie PC

Prior's Court's young people celebrated at raceday at Ascot

Prior's Court's young people celebrated at raceday at Ascot

Prior's Court teamed up with a world-renowned racecourse ahead of World Autism Acceptance Month on a special day of horse racing. Read more

Published: 1st April, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

Students complete half marathon and raise over £800 for play equipment

Students complete half marathon and raise over £800 for play equipment

Two students from the University of Reading who are spending a placement year at Prior's Court have completed a half-marathon challenge while raising vital funds for the autistic young people with complex needs they are working with. Read more

Published: 24th March, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

Staff celebrated in the fourth annual Spirit of Prior's Court Awards

Staff celebrated in the fourth annual Spirit of Prior's Court Awards

The incredible hard work of Prior's Court staff members has been celebrated in the fourth annual Spirit of Prior's Court Awards. Read more

Published: 20th March, 2026

Updated: 15th April, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

New appeal to create outdoor spaces off to a flying start with Trust’s £20k grant

New appeal to create outdoor spaces off to a flying start with Trust’s £20k grant

Prior’s Court’s outdoor classrooms fundraising appeal has been launched to build environments that will empower young people to have deeper engagement with classroom learning, strengthen key skills and explore new interests. And The Grace Trust has already answered the call to support the appeal with a £20,000 donation. Read more

Published: 13th March, 2026

Updated: 15th April, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

Prior's Court's Winter Newsletter 2026

Prior's Court's Winter Newsletter 2026

See below for Prior's Court's Winter Newsletter 2026. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2026

Author: Bethany Daley-Franks

Prior’s Court to host free webinars sharing practical strategies to support autistic pupils in school

Prior’s Court to host free webinars sharing practical strategies to support autistic pupils in school

Prior’s Court will host two free knowledge-sharing webinars this spring, offering practical advice and guidance to help professionals better support autistic pupils and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in school. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2026

Author: Alfie PC

More than 45 autism professionals complete specialist TEACCH® training at Prior’s Court

More than 45 autism professionals complete specialist TEACCH® training at Prior’s Court

More than 45 autism professionals have completed two specialist TEACCH® training courses hosted at Prior’s Court this February, strengthening expertise in Structured Teaching across the UK and beyond. Read more

Published: 22nd February, 2026

Updated: 2nd March, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

On-site Multi-Sensory Building reopens after successful fundraising appeal

On-site Multi-Sensory Building reopens after successful fundraising appeal

Thanks to the generosity of supporters, autistic young people at Prior’s Court are now benefitting from a fully refurbished Multi-Sensory Building with top-of-the-line equipment and new sensory spaces within two residential homes. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2026

Updated: 25th February, 2026

Author: Dan Whiteway

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  • Corali dance company brings inclusive dance to Prior's Court

    Corali dance company brings inclusive dance to Prior's Court

    Corali Dance Company visited our Piper Arts Centre to perform for and engage with the young people at Prior's Court - and it made for a truly special afternoon. As one of the UK's leading inclusive dance companies, Corali brought their energy and artistry directly to our autistic young people, with interactive performances designed to put them right at the centre of the experience.

  • Skill development through play - a brilliant year for Palm Class

    Skill development through play - a brilliant year for Palm Class

    The young people in Palm Class have made excellent progress this academic year, developing their social and play skills through child-led play.

  • A slice of success for our magnificent seven pizza makers

    A slice of success for our magnificent seven pizza makers

    Seven young people from Prior's Court enjoyed a brilliant pizza-making trip to Pizza Express, rolling up their sleeves to make their very own pizzas from scratch. This was a fantastic opportunity to generalise skills learnt in the classroom, home and on-site in a community setting.

  • Barcelona Marathon 2027

    Barcelona Marathon 2027

    Take part in an overseas marathon and transform lives!

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  • Autism Practitioner

    Autism Practitioner

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

  • Team Manager - Care (£300 Welcome Bonus)

    Team Manager - Care (£300 Welcome Bonus)

    Are you an inspiring leader passionate about making a difference in the lives of autistic young people with complex needs? We’re looking for Team Managers to guide our dedicated teams of Autism Practitioners and ensure that best practices are followed, leading to the best possible outcomes for those we support.

  • Our purpose and ambition

    Our purpose and ambition

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

  • Admissions

    Admissions

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

  • The Long Road: Zac, Jenny and Peter's stories (2025)

    The Long Road: Zac, Jenny and Peter's stories (2025)

    “The Long Road; Stories of love, hope and autistic young people with complex needs” features current Prior’s Court young person Zac, and Prior’s Court ‘alumni’ Peter and Jenny, and their families. The film explores the challenges, perseverance and love that shape the lives of autistic young people with complex needs – and highlights how the right support can create lasting impact well into adulthood.

  • Autism Practitioner - Nights

    Autism Practitioner - Nights

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

  • 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 autistic young people with complex needs.

  • Term dates

    Term dates

    Prior's Court School term dates and school times

  • 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.

  • Minibus transport service for staff

    Minibus transport service for staff

    We offer our Autism Practitioners minibus transport service to and from our rural site, meaning you do not need to be able to drive to work at Prior's Court.

Why we exist

Why we exist

All young people at Prior's Court are autistic, have severe learning disabilities and complex needs. 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 autistic young people with complex needs 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: 2nd April, 2024

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 autistic children and young people with complex needs. We are incredibly grateful for your support, thank you. For major gifts, please contact us directly. Read more

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Published: 4th November, 2025

Updated: 23rd April, 2026

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