All through the creation of this centre, the project was referred to Performing Arts Centre. But now, it has a name!

The centre has been officially named the Piper Arts Centre in tribute to our former Director of Learning, Sue Piper.

Sue, who left Prior’s Court in May after 25 years of dedicated service, was instrumental in the development of our pioneering autism approach and was the driving force behind the creation of the arts centre. The permanent name recognises her lasting impact and her belief in the transformative power of the arts for autistic young people with complex needs.

Thank you for supporting our appeal

Piper Arts Centre was only made possible by more than 150 individual donors, trusts and foundations supporting the fundraising appeal. Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped make this transformative space a reality.

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