Priors Court School

About Priors Court School

Prior's Court is a registered charity providing education and residential care for autistic young people with complex needs aged 5-25, helping them to build brighter, more independent futures.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Helen Frankst

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 10 responses • 15.6% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

90% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

80% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

80% positive 20% negative

My child does well at this school

80% positive 20% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 10 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

3.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

7 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2023

5.0

"Exceptional care and support"

I'm so grateful to have found Prior's Court for my son. The staff are kind, caring and truly dedicated to helping the students thrive. The Piper Arts Centre is an absolute game-changer - my son's confidence has soared since he started using it.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah T Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 1, 2023

4.0

"Mixed feelings about Prior's Court"

I have mixed feelings about Prior's Court. On the one hand, the facilities are excellent and the staff are very knowledgeable about autism. On the other hand, I feel that the school is often understaffed and my child's needs aren't always met. Overall, it's been a decent experience but I'm not sure if I would recommend it to others.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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Mark K Unconfirmed

Parent May 1, 2022

4.0

"A safe and supportive environment"

My child attended Prior's Court for several years and I must say it was a breath of fresh air. The values of kindness, empathy and respect are truly ingrained in the culture of the school. The staff went above and beyond to support my child's needs and I will always be grateful for the experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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