Emma Barnes - Young People's Learning Lead - Therapy

Emma joined Prior's Court in August 2018, joining the Psychology team and being a part of its change to the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), before managing the team in 2022.

In May 2023 Emma became Head of Therapy and PBS, leading Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Music Therapy, Physiotherapy, Sensory Integration, and PBS.

Before joining Prior’s Court Emma had more than six years’ experience in autism and learning disabilities working in an SEN primary school, as well as in play and social groups for children and teenagers.

Emma has a degree in psychology as well as a Masters in autism. Emma has completed the 5-day TEACCH course and has been a Team Teach Tutor since 2016, becoming an Advanced Tutor in 2023.

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Carney Sweeney team take a break from walking challenge to volunteer on-site

Volunteers from our corporate partners Carney Sweeney came from far and wide to show their support for autistic young people with complex needs, as they and their colleagues continue a month-long walking challenge.
Admissions Open Morning - School

Our Admissions Open Mornings are designed for prospective parents to gain an understanding of how Prior's Court transforms the future for autistic young people with complex needs on a day-to-day basis.
Admissions Open Morning - School

Our Admissions Open Mornings are designed for prospective parents to gain an understanding of how Prior's Court transforms the future for autistic young people with complex needs on a day-to-day basis.
Admissions Open Morning - School

Our Admissions Open Mornings are designed for prospective parents to gain an understanding of how Prior's Court transforms the future for autistic young people with complex needs on a day-to-day basis.

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

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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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