Understand adaptations may be needed in the environment e.g. quiet safe space to reduce sensory overload.
Support regulation when sensory response is triggered whether tactile; auditory; olfactory; visual; gustatory; vestibular or proprioceptive (linked to positioning).
Provide sensory breaks which follow child’s preferences e.g. spending time outside or access to a sensory room with silence or no lighting or low-level lighting or gentle music to promote regulation depending on preferences.
Provide resources and experiences offer sensory stimulationfor short periods of time regularly e.g. if it’s a noise issue, adults provide reassurance and 1:1 attention during the fire alarm practice or adults modelling playing with malleable materials and allow child to place their hands on top of the adults.
Specialist resources may be required e.g. ear defenders or gloves to promote handling of certain materials.
