Occupational Therapy Resources for Teachers
Occupational Therapy Resources for Teachers
Sensory Spaces in Schools
NCSE Occupational Therapy brings you a second edition of Sensory Spaces in Schools. This booklet supports school staff to reflect on the role of a sensory space, to consider best practice with regards to sensory space set up and to explore how it can be used most effectively to support students. Through a careful blend of theory and practice, this resource aims to empower teachers with practical evidence-informed approaches to supporting sensory differences and to reflect on the role of sensory spaces within a whole-school, holistic approach to supporting all students’ regulation needs.
Occupational Therapy Resources for Teachers
The Physical Classroom Environment: Creating Universal Learning Spaces
The Physical Classroom Environment Booklet is a comprehensive guide designed to help teachers create inclusive and adaptable learning environments that benefit all students. It explores a range of evidence-informed strategies and practical tools that teachers can easily implement in their classrooms.
By focusing on the physical environment, the booklet aims to enhance student participation, reduce barriers to learning and create a sense of belonging for every student.
Occupational Therapy Resources for Teachers
Classroom Sensory Screening Tool
The sensory qualities of our classrooms have a direct influence on student participation and learning. Learning spaces that have too much or too little sensory stimulation can serve as a barrier to student energy regulation, attention and readiness to engage in learning. Students have differences in how they process their sensory world and for many, the classroom can be a very busy and overwhelming place.
Conducting a sensory audit of your room can support you to think about your space from a sensory lens and identify:
– What elements of your classroom are working well.
– What practical steps you can take to help create a more sensory comfortable classroom for all students.
Occupational Therapy Resources for Teachers
Movement Breaks in Post-Primary Classrooms
This resource booklet provides teachers with simple movement ideas and strategies that they can incorporate into their classroom, with no need for equipment or big spaces. The movement activities are designed to be used as a whole class and can be adapted to seating and standing positions in the classroom.