St. George’s C of E First School pupils are benefitting from a dedicated sensory space, designed to help children who find mainstream school environments challenging.
The newly developed sensory room, funded through a Worcestershire County Council Public Health grant, provides a calming, supportive space where students can feel safe and engaged. Research shows that sensory environments can play a crucial role in improving children’s overall well-being, supporting both emotional regulation and cognitive development.
Headteacher Mrs. Martin said: “We want to make sure all our children are included and enjoy school. This sensory room has created a space for pupils to feel happy, to feel safe—somewhere they can thrive. It’s a wonderful place to be.”
Sensory environments help reduce anxiety, improve focus, and regulate emotions, all of which contribute to better learning outcomes. These spaces have been shown to lower stress levels, enhance communication skills, and even support physical coordination and motor skills development.
A support worker at the school shared the difference the space has made: “It is so calming for the children—straight away they become calm. It’s lovely to see how they are exploring things that they wouldn’t be able to do in the classroom.”
Another said: “To see the expressions on their faces when they first walk in is incredible. When we first went in there, it was emotional—I had tears in my eyes. Even now, just seeing how happy the children are in there, it’s definitely needed. It’s been amazing for them.”
This sensory space is already proving to be a vital addition to the school, ensuring every child has a place where they can flourish. Its benefits extend beyond the classroom, promoting long-term mental health, social development, and resilience in children who may struggle in traditional learning environments.
To find out more about Public Health wellbeing grants for schools, please visit our webpage: Public Health Grant for Educational Settings
