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Sensory Processing checklists and assessments

Suggested sensory processing checklists for schools to use

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Sensory Processing Handbook

The eight senses - guidance for practitioners in Somerset

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The eight senses - guidance for practitioners in Somerset

1Introduction

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

  1. Somerset SEND Charter
  2. About sensory processing
  3. Sensory processing differences or difficulties
  4. Interoception – the eighth sense
  5. Sensory Processing checklists and assessments

2The sensory system

Safe interventions for both children and young people, and groups

  1. Tactile
  2. Proprioceptive
  3. Interoceptive
  4. Vestibular
  5. Visual
  6. Auditory
  7. Olfactory
  8. Taste

3School approaches

Recommendations for creating appropriate learning environments for pupils with sensory processing differences

  1. Whole school approach
  2. Classroom strategies
  3. What to do if you are concerned a pupil is experiencing sensory processing difficulties
  4. Referring to the Children and Young People Occupational Therapy Service

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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