Many children with SEN have difficulties processing sensory information. Sensory rooms offer a range of stimuli that can help children develop their ability to integrate sensory input, which can improve their overall sensory processing skills. This includes visual, auditory, tactile, and proprioceptive stimuli (e.g., light displays, soft textures, calming sounds).
Sensory rooms help children with SEN manage and regulate their emotions by providing a calm and safe environment. The ability to control stimuli such as light, sound, or tactile sensations can help reduce feelings of anxiety or overstimulation. This is particularly helpful for children with conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, or sensory processing disorder (SPD).
Sensory rooms can be used to promote social interaction and communication, especially for children who are non-verbal or have limited social skills. For example, children can be encouraged to take turns with toys or engage in guided activities, promoting interaction and the development of social skills in a low-stress environment.
SEN stands for Special Educational Needs. An SEN setting refers to a learning environment specifically designed or adapted to meet the needs of children with special educational needs
SEN settings are designed to remove barriers to learning and ensure children with SEN can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Support is personalised, holistic, and specialist-driven.
SEN (Special Educational Needs) teachers are specially trained professionals who work with children and young people who have learning difficulties, disabilities, or emotional and behavioural challenges.
We pride ourselves at Scallywags of having a high ratio of staff to children and our all our staff now the children's needs.