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promotional content What’s new? A new staff member at Quorn Hall School Quorn Hall School, a therapeutic day school for students with autism, social, emotional and mental health needs for pupils aged 6-17 years old, has recently recruited a special new staff member! Basil Bones, aged 10 weeks, recently joined the dedicated team in his new role; ‘School Therapy Dog’. Once fully trained in his responsibilities, and as he gradually joins the small class groups, Basil will be such an asset; to help calm, reduce stress, relieve anxiety and depression. Basil will no doubt dramatically promote and maintain a positive mood throughout the entire school community with his presence. Visit: quornhallschool.com to keep pup-to-date with Basil’s progress! Sensory Play Environments Sensory Play is an important aspect of a child’s learning. Sovereign’s research shows that it has a key role in the development of essential social skills, speech and learning. For children with special educational needs, sensory play is particularly valuable in assisting with their personal development. Including Sovereign Sensory Play equipment will enable children to communicate in a natural way with others. Sensory play allows children to reduce stresses, anxiety and distract from difficult behavioural situations and build concentration. As specialists in providing Sensory play environments, Sovereign will work with you to create the perfect play space. sovereignplayequipment.co.uk Sign up for RNIB’s new Living Well with Sight Loss – Parent Pathways course If you’re a parent or carer of a child who has recently been diagnosed with vision impairment, why not join RNIB’s new free course? This is your chance to get advice around raising a child who is blind or partially sighted, ask questions and share experiences in a safe, supportive environment. Topics include early support, play and social interaction, welfare benefits, education and accessing specialist support. It’s hosted via a weekly online video call, across six informal 90-minute sessions. For more information or to sign up, visit: rnib.org.uk/pathways Taking trampoline innovation further Sunken Trampolines have launched a new, automated lid system for schools and care institutions and residences. Based on the principle of a car sunroof this lid allows the use of the space in a hall, room or garden to be dual purpose. With a Patent pending on this innovative product Sunken Trampolines are now in a position to offer it with installation or supply only. Sunken Trampolines have extensive experience in providing in ground trampolines across the UK. Should you be interested in discussing your needs please visit: sunkentrampolines.co.uk or contact Joel or Angus on 07801 573278 Grace Garden School now open Ruskin Mill Trust is delighted to announce the opening of Grace Garden School. Offering an education to young people aged 9 – 16 with complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties including autism spectrum conditions. Grace Garden School is set in 18 acres of cultivated landscape on the outskirts of Bristol. At Grace Garden School, children and young people are supported to learn as much as possible outside, participating in crafts, gardening and the exploration of nature. From these experiences their young people will come to understand the larger world and their place in it, along with the connections between themselves and their community. To find out more contact 0330 055 2653 or admissions@rmt.org Eco-buildings tailored to your needs TG Escapes bespoke design process means that every eco-building is tailored to your precise needs and can be compliant with frameworks laid out in the government building bulletins for special needs. Designed for low environmental impact, these focused learning centres encourage students at all skill levels to interact socially and work together. Designs can include sensory learning spaces, treatment rooms and breakout areas. “It’s such a calming environment and I have noticed that the students are much calmer and more engaged. They like the structure of the room: low stimulus really works for autistic learners.” Teacher, Cambian Pengwern. Visit tgescapes.co.uk for information and video case studies senmagazine.co.uk SEN113 17