There are many different ways that adults can help children emotionally regulate. At The Sanctuary, we value movement breaks and sensory circuits which help create good levels of alertness, concentration and bodily awareness. It is important for us as staff to show our learners practical ways to regulate their emotions. For example: having some time in the fresh air outside, exercise, breathing exercises and using comforting materials such as weighted blankets and sensory toys.

At The Sanctuary we understand that behaviour is communication. When we see different behaviours from our learners, we understand that they are trying to communicate their emotions. It is our aim to come alongside them and give them the words to express their feelings and the strategies to address them.

One of our learners enjoyed the use of the weighted blanket.