Thursday 17 September 2026, from 3.30pm BST.

Online, via Microsoft Teams. You will receive a joining link after you register.

How much does it cost?

It is completely free to attend.

Sharon Bentley, a parent of two autistic sons. Her son Rowan attended Prior's Court from 2015 to 2024.

SEN teachers and school staff, parents and carers of autistic young people with complex needs, and anyone supporting them.

Can I attend if I miss the live session?

Yes. The session is recorded and shared afterwards with everyone who signs up, so please register even if you cannot join live.

Free webinar: The parent perspective – facing the challenges of two autistic boys: a journey of hope, discovery and celebration

Join this free live webinar with parent and speaker Sharon Bentley, who has two autistic sons. Her son Rowan lived and learned at Prior's Court from 2015 to 2025 and is now settled in his adult placement.

Sharon shares her family's story and reflects on how differently her two sons have experienced autism

Her talk — "A parent's perspective: facing the challenges of two autistic boys — a journey of hope, discovery and celebration" — explores how what the family once imagined is not what they see today, how structure has supported her sons' world, and the life-changing outcomes they have achieved.

Learn more about Rowan's time at Prior's Court

Who this webinar is for

Teachers and other school staff who work with SEN — particularly in special schools, though the session may also interest those in mainstream settings
Parents and carers of autistic young people with complex needs
Anyone supporting autistic young people with complex needs

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What you'll take away

A parent's honest, first-hand account of raising two autistic children with very different sets of needs
How consistent structure and specialist support was crucial
A hopeful perspective on long-term outcomes, from school years through to adult placement

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Prior’s Court reserves the right to cancel this webinar if insufficient number of sign-ups are received.

Frequently asked questions

When is the webinar? Thursday 17 September 2026, from 3.30pm BST.
Where is it held? Online, via Microsoft Teams. You'll receive a joining link after you register.
How much does it cost? It's completely free to attend.
Who is the speaker? Sharon Bentley, a parent of two autistic sons. Her son Rowan attended Prior's Court from 2015 to 2025.
Who should attend? SEN teachers and school staff, parents and carers of autistic young people with complex needs, and anyone supporting them.
Can I attend if I miss the live session? Yes. The session will be recorded and shared afterwards with everyone who signs up, so please register even if you can't join live.

Reserve your free place today

Event details

Where

Online

When

Start: 17^th September, 2026 at 3:30pm

End: 17^th September, 2026 at 4:30pm

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