Hi everyone, I hope you are all having a great term. 

I can happily report our new Sensory Room is progressing well, as we work towards a space which is inclusive for all. 

I am already having lots of happy customers visiting the gorgeous space and sharing great ideas in its set up.

So, what is the purpose of this sensory room?

A sensory room is a controlled and intentionally created space that provides multi-sensory resources to support a student’s sensory needs to enable them to engage in learning.

At St Patrick’s our room will have many purposes. Sometimes students may need a quiet space during class time or recess and lunch, to calm down or regulate their emotions.

Other times, students may want to come in to pick an art or craft activity, puzzles, mindfulness activities and games, or a creative play task. I have a beautiful range of wellbeing and mindfulness books to share. 

We have ordered a huge new range of sensory gadgets, games and resources for students to share and learn from. Also, soon to come is a yoga corner and stretching centre. A wellness tent and more.

Our sensory room will offer a quiet calm space students can come and chat to me as their Wellbeing Warrior, or simply just have some time to themselves. All are welcome and I encourage everyone to come in and have a look next term.

Take care and be a Well Being today.

Kelly Wilson.