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Sensory Processing Handbook

The eight senses - guidance for practitioners in Somerset

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Part of
Sensory Processing Handbook

The eight senses - guidance for practitioners in Somerset

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Introduction

Information on the nature of sensory processing differences and the impact they can have on children and young people's lives

Somerset SEND CharterAbout sensory processingSensory processing differences or difficultiesInteroception – the eighth senseSensory Processing checklists and assessments
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The sensory system

Safe interventions for both children and young people, and groups

TactileProprioceptiveInteroceptiveVestibularVisualAuditoryOlfactoryTaste

Checklists

The following are suggested sensory processing checklists for schools to use. They can be downloaded from the internet and are free of charge:

Checklist to use to explore the needs of an individual child

Checklist to use to explore sensory-friendly environments

These resources can be used to compliment observations carried out by teaching staff and information shared by parents and carers.

For more information please also see – www.kelly-mahler.com

 

Last updated: March 5, 2025

Next review due: September 5, 2025

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