June 20, 2023, Wales County Times: Newtown, Powys' St Mary's school installs sensory room https://www.countytimes.co.uk/news/23597312.newtown-powys-st-marys-school-installs-sensory-room/
A school in Newtown that has opened a new sensory room for children with additional learning needs is calling on other schools to do the same after seeing "absolutely outstanding" results within a short amount of time.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School found that there were not enough provisions for children with special educational needs (SEN) who are finding their way into mainstream schools.
Open to every child in the school, the Nurture Nest is tailored to suit the children’s needs, featuring an array of lights, colours, calming sounds, music and soft play equipment that helps the young people relax, engage and stimulate their senses in a safe environment.
None of it would have been possible without the fundraising efforts of parents who contributed hundreds of pounds to make the sensory room a reality….
“Children with special needs are finding their way into mainstream schools as there are not enough provisions out there for them. It is vital that all schools adapt and create a welcoming and safe sensory environment.
"I feel that if we don’t, we are failing our children in supporting their education and needs. The difference our Nature Nest has made to all our children is incredible.”
Headteacher Sarah Ruggeri said the Nurture Nest reflects the inclusiveness of the school….
“The benefits of us creating this space is so important to our children. It is where they can self-regulate themselves away from the busy classroom. We hope that what we have created inspires other schools and educational settings to understand the importance of this need within the mainstream settings.”
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