Sensory Space Resources

In this blog, Sarah from Brookfield Primary School tells us about the resources they included when creating a sensory space for their children. She gives insights into some of the items chosen and explains how they were used. Introducing Brookfield Primary School Brookfield Primary is a two form entry school. It is part of the…

BySimone Francis16 July 20240Comments

How to Support SEND Children with Programming

From tactile touch to touching screen Programming a computer can seem a rather abstract task. Text on a screen, interspersed with various bits of punctuation, all recognisable but somehow a bit jumbled up, which translates to an action, perhaps as an animation in front of you, or in the response of a device – a…

ByAna Smith3 September 20230Comments

Blog STEAM

Meet Trevor … Our Calming Cat

In this blog, Beccie Hawes, SEND expert, explains how she introduced Calming Cat into a Year 2 class and the children named him ... TREVOR! There have been several research studies that show that stroking a pet helps increase our happy hormones. This has to be a good thing – especially in these extraordinary times! In one…

ByAna Smith3 September 20230Comments

Blog SEN

4 Ways to Support Pupils with Hearing Loss Through Classroom Layout and Environment

An estimated 3 out of every 1,000 children are born with a detectable hearing loss. Others may acquire hearing damage during childhood due to injuries, infections, or long-term exposure to loud noise. Hearing difficulties can impact a child’s personal, social, and emotional wellbeing as well as their school life. When supporting our pupils with hearing loss…

ByAna Smith3 September 20230Comments

Blog SEN

Creating a Sensory Space: More Than A Beanbag and A Bubble Tube

In this blog, Beccie Hawes offers her expert advice around the areas to consider when setting up your very own sensory space or room. A purpose built sensory room is a real luxury item and can be an extremely valuable tool in your arsenal for being able to provide pupils with a safe haven and a…

ByAna Smith7 August 20230Comments

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