Our on-site bakery

The Prior’s Court Bakery is a specialist on-site facility where autistic young people with complex needs can learn real-world vocational skills in a calm and supportive environment. From baking bread to packaging goods, the bakery helps build confidence, independence and work-readiness. Read below for the latest updates and highlights from the bakery.

New bakers celebrate their first few months in the bakery

Eight new bakers have completed their first month in our on-site bakery, learning new vocational skills and getting artsy with cake decorating. Read more

Kaylan’s Third Year: Gaining more independence in the bakery

Kaylan has just completed his third year in our bakery, and the progress he’s been making is wonderful to see. Now working towards more advanced I Can statements (tasks), Kaylan’s confidence and independence have grown significantly. Read more

Wilsan’s First Year: a journey of growth and resilience

Wilsan’s first year in the bakery has been a journey of discovery and progress. Initially, he found the structure of sessions challenging, but over time he’s developed not only new skills, but also greater focus. Read more

Amar’s First Year: quiet confidence and natural ability

Amar has quietly made his mark in the bakery in his first year in 2025/26. With his strong set of literacy and numeracy skills a real asset for his learning. Read more

Peter’s First Year: focused, fast, and flourishing

Peter started doing bakery sessions last September, and in just one year, he’s made a big impact with his energy, focus, and enthusiasm. Read more

Latest

Newbury Racecourse 5k, 10k or Half Marathon 2026

Take on a 5k, 10k or half marathon at one of Britain's leading horse racing venues!
London to Paris cycle challenge 2026

Take on this epic cycle through the English and French countryside and support autistic young people with complex needs!
Snowdon at Sunrise 2026

Looking for a unique challenge - how about climbing Snowdon at night to reach the summit around sunrise?!
Battersea Park Bungee Jump 2026

Take a thrilling 160ft bungee jump over stunning Battersea Park, with breathtaking views of the River Thames and London skyline - all to raise vital funds that help transform the lives of autistic young people with complex needs.

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

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

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.
Term dates

Prior's Court School term dates and school times
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.
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

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

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

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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