Getting around for children with sensory difficulties

My child has sensory difficulties, what can I do to help?

• Some children find ear defenders or earphones helpful in very busy noisy places
• If your child is sensitive to unexpected touch, speak to the school about them standing at
  the beginning or end of the line when going back into class
• Identifying a quiet area in the playground/ classroom where your child can have some quiet
  time may be useful
• Make school aware of any dietary issues or sensitivities, or consider a pack lunch which has
  familiar foods
• Thinking about where your child sits, keeping away from where everyone lines up or passes
• Consider your child’s posture – are their feet supported? As this can also support with their
  sensory needs
• A change of position for a movement break is part of natural development – toddlers use all
  sorts of positions to do things. In order to stay awake / alert a change of position is a
  preference. Children with additional needs will also require a change of position for postural
  reasons.