Definition of sensory room
A sensory room is a controlled and intentionally created space that provides multi-sensory resources to support a student’s sensory needs to enable them to engage in learning.
Sensory rooms are less preferable than providing sensory interventions (activities/resources/experiences) within regular learning spaces such as classrooms.
Not all schools require a sensory room and not all students will benefit from using a sensory room. Schools must critically reflect on their need for a sensory room, acknowledging that their establishment, operation and maintenance can take considerable time, resources and funds.
Guidance chapter defining sensory room and explaining their place in a school
Reviewed 04 March 2022