The 5 Types of Sensory Input Every Classroom Should Consider

The 5 Types of Sensory Input Every Classroom Should Consider

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Published on: 05/07/2025

Discover how understanding the five key types of sensory input—Visual, Auditory, Tactile, Proprioceptive, and Vestibular—can transform your classroom into a more inclusive, supportive space for all learners. This guide breaks down each input type with practical strategies to help educators meet sensory needs and boost student wellbeing. Ideal for teachers, principals, and special education professionals designing sensory rooms or adapting classrooms for neurodivergents.

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🧠 5 Sensory Room Design Principles That Actually Change Lives

🧠 5 Sensory Room Design Principles That Actually Change Lives

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Published on: 27/06/2025

✨ Not every sensory room works. After 50+ installs, we’ve learned what actually makes the difference: zoning, lighting, simplicity, safety, and student-led design. This post breaks it down — with a free checklist you can print today.

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Regulation Isn’t Extra

Regulation Isn’t Extra

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Published on: 20/06/2025

Sensory rooms aren’t a luxury - they’re a lifeline. In this post, Sensory Sphere breaks down why sensory spaces are essential in Irish schools, who they support beyond autism, and how they can transform regulation, behaviour, and learning outcomes. Includes design insights, real-world impact, and practical next steps.

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🧠 Myth-Busted: Sensory Rooms Are Not Just for Autism

🧠 Myth-Busted: Sensory Rooms Are Not Just for Autism

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Published on: 15/06/2025

Discover why sensory rooms aren’t just for autism — and why inclusive sensory spaces benefit students with ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and more. This myth-busting guide from Sensory Sphere explores who truly needs regulation, how these rooms support whole-school wellbeing, and what makes an effective, inclusive design

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