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  • May Day Bank Holiday festival experience for young people at Prior's Court

    May Day Bank Holiday festival experience for young people at Prior's Court

    Supporters of our Enriching Experiences appeal helped make our annual Let Me Shine music festival a memorable day for the young people we support. Read more

  • Christmas 2025 at Prior's Court

    Christmas 2025 at Prior's Court

    Christmas at Prior’s Court is always carefully considered, as we know this time of year can be challenging for autistic young people with complex needs. Changes to routine, increased sensory input and heightened expectations can feel overwhelming. That is why Prior’s Court strives to create bespoke Christmas experiences that each young person can enjoy on their own terms. Read more

  • A gentle fireworks night at Prior's Court

    A gentle fireworks night at Prior's Court

    The evening was planned with our autistic young people with complex needs in mind, and with care for our neighbours and local wildlife. The result was a calm, welcoming celebration that many told us felt reassuring and joyful. Read more

  • Halloween at Prior's Court

    Halloween at Prior's Court

    This year, Halloween at Prior's Court was celebrated in a slightly different fashion, with a halloween-themed disco. Read more

  • May Day Bank Holiday festival experience for young people at Prior's Court
  • Christmas 2025 at Prior's Court
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Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

May Day Bank Holiday festival experience for young people at Prior's Court

May Day Bank Holiday festival experience for young people at Prior's Court

Supporters of our Enriching Experiences appeal helped make our annual Let Me Shine music festival a memorable day for the young people we support. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 5th May, 2026

Updated: 12th May, 2026

Christmas 2025 at Prior's Court

Christmas 2025 at Prior's Court

Christmas at Prior’s Court is always carefully considered, as we know this time of year can be challenging for autistic young people with complex needs. Changes to routine, increased sensory input and heightened expectations can feel overwhelming. That is why Prior’s Court strives to create bespoke Christmas experiences that each young person can enjoy on their own terms. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 22nd December, 2025

A gentle fireworks night at Prior's Court

A gentle fireworks night at Prior's Court

The evening was planned with our autistic young people with complex needs in mind, and with care for our neighbours and local wildlife. The result was a calm, welcoming celebration that many told us felt reassuring and joyful. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 10th November, 2025

Updated: 22nd December, 2025

Halloween at Prior's Court

Halloween at Prior's Court

This year, Halloween at Prior's Court was celebrated in a slightly different fashion, with a halloween-themed disco. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 30th October, 2025

Updated: 18th November, 2025

Summer of Fun 2025 draws to a close

Summer of Fun 2025 draws to a close

As the school holidays draw to a close, we look back on another incredible Summer of Fun. For weeks, young people filled their days with laughter, discovery, and new adventures. The aim, as always, was simple: to provide Enriching Experiences throughout the summer holidays. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 29th August, 2025

Sports Day 2025 brings families together

Sports Day 2025 brings families together

Sport and physical activity play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing of autistic young people with complex needs at Prior’s Court. And the Enriching Experiences appeal help to make events like these possible. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 1st August, 2025

Sebby and Helena enjoy a day at Chessington World of Adventures

Sebby and Helena enjoy a day at Chessington World of Adventures

Two autistic young people with complex needs, Sebby and Helena, recently enjoyed a day out at Chessington World of Adventures, supported by their dedicated staff team. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 6th June, 2025

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Celebrating 25 years of Prior’s Court with music, fun and more

Celebrating 25 years of Prior’s Court with music, fun and more

The generosity of donors to our Fun & Recreation appeal has helped make our 25th anniversary celebration event truly special. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 1st May, 2025

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Visiting the Woods to go on an Easter Egg Hunt

Visiting the Woods to go on an Easter Egg Hunt

As part of our seasonal celebrations at Prior’s Court, the young people we support enjoyed an Easter egg hunt through our 10-acre woods on our rural site. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 17th April, 2025

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Pair of theatre visits thanks to supermarket scheme and children's charity

Pair of theatre visits thanks to supermarket scheme and children's charity

The magic of the theatre has been brought to the autistic young people with complex needs at Prior's Court, thanks to the Tesco Stronger Starts blue token scheme and Happy Days Children's Charity. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 20th January, 2025

Updated: 8th July, 2025

Christmas 2024 events round-up

Christmas 2024 events round-up

In the final week of Term 2, Prior's Court was abuzz with Christmas events - from our annual Carol Concert to a visit from a pair of reindeer, and even a Santa's Grotto. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 23rd December, 2024

Updated: 11th August, 2025

Fireworks Night

Fireworks Night

This year, Prior's Court hosted its annual Fireworks Night on Saturday, 9th November on site to be enjoyed by as many young people as possible. Read more

Posted to: Enriching Experiences appeal

Autistic young people with complex needs deserve to experience the same things as others their age. But, complex needs and sensory challenges can make it difficult for young people to attend seasonal events that others their age do such as Easter Egg hunts, summer fairgrounds, fireworks displays, and Christmas Carol Concerts.

A donation to our Enriching Experiences Appeal can bring these sorts of events to the young people at Prior’s Court and provide them, and their families, the special moments which can often feel impossible. 

Check out our appeal to make events like the above happen on our site

Published: 14th November, 2024

Updated: 8th July, 2025

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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

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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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