Sensory Inclusive Schools

Sensory Inclusion Training for Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts

Give Your Whole Staff the Tools to Support Sensory Needs — Consistently, Across Every Classroom

Sensory Inclusive Schools provides OT-led training, practical tools, and ongoing expert support to help schools and multi-academy trusts embed sensory-inclusive practice at scale.

Whether you're buying for a single school or rolling out across a trust, we make it straightforward — with volume pricing, invoice and purchase order options, and a dedicated contact for bulk enquiries.

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Why Schools and MATs Choose SIS

Most school staff have received little or no training in sensory processing differences. But when schools do build that understanding, the whole classroom benefits — every child learns better in a calmer, more inclusive environment.

Without a consistent approach, support depends on which member of staff a child happens to encounter. Some staff feel confident. Others don't. The result is inconsistent provision, increased pressure on SENCOs, and children who struggle to access learning.

Sensory Inclusive Schools gives your whole staff team a shared language, a common framework, and the practical strategies to make sensory inclusion part of everyday school life — not just something that happens in the SENCO's office.

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SIS Network Membership — for whole-staff training: What's Included

Ideal for: teachers, teaching assistants, pastoral staff, SEND teams

The Network Membership gives every member of staff who enrols:

11 hours of self-paced, OT-designed online training

The 10 evidence-based steps framework for sensory inclusion

Weekly live drop-in sessions (term time) with Beth Smithson, OT and Advanced SI Practitioner

24/7 access to the OT-moderated community forum

Downloadable classroom tools and resources

A CPD certificate on completion

£149 per person | 12 months' access

Sensory Inclusive Schools Network overview
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Sensory Inclusion Facilitator Certificate — for your inclusion lead: What's Included

Ideal for: SENCOs, inclusion leads, pastoral leads, therapists working in schools.

The Facilitator Certificate trains the person who will lead and embed sensory inclusion across your school or trust:

21 hours of structured OT-designed training across 8 parts

Practical tools, case studies, and templates

Weekly live OT-led drop-ins (term time)

Short assessments to consolidate learning

A nationally recognised certificate on completion

Listing on the public Sensory Inclusion Facilitator for Education Register

£395 per person | 60 days' access to qualify

Optional 12-month support add-on

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Volume Discounts for Schools and MATs

We offer straightforward volume discounts on the Network Membership for schools buying multiple licences:

Licences

Discount

Price per person

1–9

—

£149

10–19

10%

£134.10

20+

15%

£126.65

For MAT-wide rollouts or bespoke arrangements, contact us directly — we're happy to discuss tailored pricing for larger cohorts.

No VAT: Sensory Inclusive Schools is not VAT registered, so there is no VAT to add to any of our prices.

Invoice and purchase order: We accept purchase orders and can raise an invoice for your school or trust finance team. No card payment required.

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Fits Your CPD Planning

The SIS Network Membership and Facilitator Certificate are designed to slot into your existing CPD and INSET planning:

  • Short, self-paced modules staff can complete in their own time — no cover needed

  • Weekly drop-ins can be built into staff meeting or INSET schedules

  • The 10 Steps framework gives you a structured, year-long implementation plan

  • CPD certificates support your evidence of staff development for Ofsted

Many schools use SIS training as their primary sensory inclusion CPD strand for the year.

What Schools Say

"Worth its weight and more for anyone working in education"

Rebecca Harvey, Specialist Advisory Teacher

"The course has really developed my own practice as well as supporting professional discussions around how to support children and young people in school. Worth its weight and more for anyone working in education."

"Offered both strong theoretical foundations and clear, usable strategies."

Katie Malley, Safeguarding & Therapeutic Education Consultant

"I found this to be an excellent, high-quality course that is rich in practical, applicable content. With over 20 years of experience in education, I am discerning about the training I invest in. This course offered both strong theoretical foundations and clear, usable strategies."

"Deepened my understanding of sensory integration and regulation, and will directly benefit the pupils"

Chris W., Founder of SEND Connect

"The training has deepened my understanding of sensory integration and regulation, and will directly benefit the pupils I work with by helping me better recognise sensory needs, adapt environments, and support emotional regulation more effectively."

How It Works for Schools

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  • 1. Choose your package Decide how many Network Memberships you need and whether you want to include the Facilitator Certificate for your inclusion lead. Not sure? Get in touch and we'll help you work it out.

  • 2. Request a quote or invoice Use our online form to request a quote or purchase order. We'll get back to you within one business day with everything your finance team needs.

  • 3. Enrol your staff Once payment is confirmed, your staff receive instant access to the training platform, the community forum, and the schedule of weekly OT drop-ins.

  • 4. Start building a sensory-inclusive school Staff can begin the training immediately. Most schools see practical changes in classrooms within the first week.

Delivered by Sensory Integration Education

Sensory Inclusive Schools is delivered by Sensory Integration Education (SIE) — a not-for-profit organisation with more than 30 years of experience leading sensory integration training for health, education, and care professionals.

  • 100,000+ people trained on sensory topics
  • Established the world's first university-accredited Sensory Integration MSc programme
  • Training purchased by over 120 NHS, HCNI, and HSE Trusts
  • Rated Excellent on Trustpilot
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Get a Quote for Your School or MAT

Fill in the form below and we'll get back to you within one business day with pricing, an invoice template, or answers to any questions you have.

Prefer to talk it through? Email us at [email protected] or reach us on WhatsApp at +44 7988 864494.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We accept purchase orders and can raise an invoice for your school or MAT finance team. Use the form above or email us directly.
Each licence is assigned to an individual and gives them 12 months' access from the date they enrol. If you need flexibility around how licences are allocated across your team, contact us and we'll find a solution.
Yes. The training and strategies are designed to work across mainstream and specialist school settings and are adaptable to different year groups, classroom contexts, and pupil profi
Get in touch directly. We can discuss tailored arrangements for trust-wide rollouts, including centralised billing, staggered enrolment, and bespoke pricing for larger cohorts.
No. Sensory Inclusive Schools is not VAT registered, so the prices shown are the prices you pay.
Yes. Staff receive a CPD certificate on completion of the Network Membership (11 hours) and the Facilitator Certificate (21 hours). Both can be used as evidence of continuing professional development.
Immediately. Once payment is confirmed, staff receive instant access to the training platform, the community forum, and the drop-in schedule.

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