Sensory Rooms in Schools

Today’s story on sensory rooms in schools is part of a series focusing on sensory rooms.

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The thing is that sensory needs are much-needed in schools and classrooms, so we wanted to offer a resource on creating this support.

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Sensory rooms are a space in the school that offers a sensory break for those who enter.

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Sensory rooms typically offer therapy tools or sensory materials that offer sensory input, including proprioceptive input, vestibular input, auditory input, visual input, and tactile input.

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- Sensory needs during the school day- The incidence of Autism is now 1 in 34. - Districts are allowing larger class sizes to balance their budget.

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There are many benefits to students and staff of having sensory rooms in schools. This is more than just a free for all play space.

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- Sensory Integration Therapy - Sensory Diet implementation - Emotional regulation needs - Visual Stimulation - Motor Skills Development - Relaxation and Calming

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You’ll need a space, a budget for purchasing equipment and therapy items, and then a few other considerations.

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Sensory Rooms in Schools

Today’s story on sensory rooms in schools is part of a series focusing on sensory rooms.

The thing is that sensory needs are much-needed in schools and classrooms, so we wanted to offer a resource on creating this support.

Sensory rooms are a space in the school that offers a sensory break for those who enter.

WHAT IS A SENSORY ROOM?

Sensory rooms typically offer therapy tools or sensory materials that offer sensory input, including proprioceptive input, vestibular input, auditory input, visual input, and tactile input.

- Sensory needs during the school day- The incidence of Autism is now 1 in 34. - Districts are allowing larger class sizes to balance their budget.

WHY HAVE SENSORY ROOMS IN SCHOOLS?

There are many benefits to students and staff of having sensory rooms in schools. This is more than just a free for all play space.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A SENSORY SPACE?

- Sensory Integration Therapy - Sensory Diet implementation - Emotional regulation needs - Visual Stimulation - Motor Skills Development - Relaxation and Calming

You’ll need a space, a budget for purchasing equipment and therapy items, and then a few other considerations.

CONSIDERATIONS FOR CREATING A SENSORY ROOM

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