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    Sensory Circuits (EY743)

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    Course overview

    Eligibility: This course is open to South Gloucestershire only education professionals working in Early Years, which includes childminders, schools, preschools and nurseries.

    This 1-hour, face to face course provides early years practitioners with a practical guide to introducing and running sensory circuits in pre-school and nursery settings.  Delivered by a Children’s Occupational Therapist, this session will discuss sensory processing and explain how short, structured physical activity sequences can help young children regulate their sensory systems and improve their attention.

    Participants will explore what sensory circuits are, the benefits for physical and emotional development, and how to create engaging, age-appropriate activities. The course covers the three key stages of a circuit (Alerting, Organising and Calming) and offers step-by-step guidance on setting up and facilitating effective sessions using low-cost, readily available resources. Practical examples will illustrate how to adapt activities for varied space constraints and diverse sensory needs.

    This session will be led by Nicola Burr, Occupational Therapist.

     

    Learning outcomes

    As a result of this course you will have knowledge and skills in the following areas:

    • Understanding the fundamental principles and benefits of sensory circuits in early childhood
    • Identifying children who would benefit most from structured sensory input
    • Structuring a 3-stage sensory circuit (Alerting, Organising, and Calming)
    • Selecting and adapting practical activities suitable for pre-school developmental stages
    • Planning and setting up a safe, engaging circuit layout within limited spaces
    • Utilising low-cost, everyday equipment to deliver effective sensory movement tasks
    • Facilitating and supervising sensory circuit sessions safely and effectively
    • Integrating sensory circuits seamlessly into the daily setting routine.
    • Accessing relevant resources, templates and additional support

     

    Charges

    There is a charge of £0 per delegate for this course. South Gloucestershire only.

    If this course has a cost for your setting and a booking is made before 1st September 2026, we will contact you in early September to request payment.  From 1st September 2026 you will be asked to pay via GovPay upon sign up, using a credit or debit card.

    Please ensure that you book onto the course date to complete your booking by clicking on ‘View and choose course dates’.  If you can no longer attend please cancel your place giving at least 7 days’ notice in order to be able to claim a refund.

    Please refer to our terms and conditions for more information.

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