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levels. All of the leadership team, Home Managers and Teachers are encouraged
to complete a 5-day TEACCH course to provide Prior's Court School with a very
high level of autism expertise.
"Staff have an excellent understanding of autism and the needs of individual
pupils." - Ofsted Education Inspection 2017
8. Activities
How will my child/young person be included in activities outside the classroom
including school trips?
Being able to practice and generalise skills in a range of settings is a crucial part
of young people's learning and opportunities are built into the curriculum
planning and targets for each individual. Learning outside the classroom takes
place in a variety of settings, from outdoor classrooms and facilities across the 50acre
site, in the residential houses and out in the community. All activities are
carefully risk assessed and tailored to each young person's needs, interests and
abilities.
"Extracurricular provision is expansive and has a positive impact on pupils'
personal development and progress." Ofsted Education Inspection 2017
Undertaking learning and social activities within their residential house, young
people are supported to develop a sense of family and community. Activities are
undertaken in small groups or as a home group and young people are
encouraged to follow hobbies and take part in recreational, social and fun
activities with their peers.
The school curriculum provides a range of activities and experiences built around
the interests of the young people. In addition, young people are supported to