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senmagazine.co.uk SEN 106 11 What’s new? New provision from Ruskin Mill Trust This year, newly developed programmes and provisions will extend Ruskin Mill Trust’s specialist education and social care offer. Operating for over 30 years, to reimagine the potential of learners through its method of Practical Skills and Therapeutic Education, Ruskin Mill Trust offers people with learning difficulties (including autistic spectrum conditions and complex needs) a range of provision from schools, colleges and gateway to independence programmes, to adult social care. To find out more, or become part of the team at sites throughout England, Scotland and Wales, contact 0330 055 2653 or admissions@rmt.org promotional content Could you be the family this little boy needs? His carers say he is a tremendous character and has a really mischievous sense of humour. He loves the theatre, stories, wheelchair football, Mary Poppins, getting messy in sensory play, and music brings a smile to his face. He is a snappy dresser, likes baking and shopping, and is a real people person. If you think you could provide a forever family for him and would like to find out more, Sheffield Adoption Team want to hear from you. Email lizzy.pannell@sheffield.gov.uk or call 0114 273 5010. Sunken Trampolines for schools and residences Since spring 2019, Sunken Trampolines have been producing and installing the first wholly UK manufactured in- ground Rebound Therapy trampoline. Two sizes have been made, a standard schools trampoline size 15’ by 9’ and a 12’ by 8’, both of which comply with sporting equipment safety standards, meaning schools and residences can have an easily accessible sunken option instead of a heavy, clumsy above-ground trampoline. Compatible for outdoor and indoor use, the ST100 and 110 are perfect for Rebound Therapy and recreational use with great responsiveness and power combined. sunkentrampolines.co.uk Would you like to create an outdoor sensory space, but have no funding? The outdoor sensory space in any setting should be fully inclusive and provide the same opportunity for everyone to explore regardless of their ability or special need. It should be a place where diversity is respected and valued, enabling children of all abilities to explore their surroundings in a safe child-centred inclusive environment. Timotay Playscapes have a free funding guide and free inspiration guide to outdoor sensory play spaces and outdoor sensory play equipment. For a free copy, email enquiries@timotayplayscapes.co.uk or call 01933 665151 . CVI Range assessments at WESC Foundation Staff from WESC Foundation have announced an assessment service for children with a cortical or cerebral visual impairment (CVI). Assessments based on Christine Roman-Lantzy’s CVI Range framework are carried out to provide a baseline assessment of functional vision for children with this condition. Staff from the charity recently presented the results of a pilot study that showed how subsequent interventions carried out by WESC Foundation staff resulted in improved functional vision in students over the period of several years. For more information, email Richard Ellis at REllis@wescfoundation.ac.uk wescfoundation.ac.uk EarlyBird Plus Programme updated Do you support autistic children aged four to nine? The National Autistic Society’s EarlyBird Plus Programme helps families of school-aged children understand autism, encourage communication, and understand and support behaviour. It is the only autism family support programme which specialises in children aged four to nine and focuses on a consistent approach between home and school. Taking part in the programme has had a life-changing impact on many families, with parents describing it as an “absolute must to help you begin to learn and understand how your child’s mind works.” Learn more at autism.org.uk/earlybirdlicense