EASI sensory assessment: a parent’s guide to process, timings, and practical outcomes
12 Apr 2026

EASI sensory assessment: a parent’s guide to process, timings, and practical outcomes

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This guide explains how an EASI-informed sensory assessment helps you understand your child’s responses to sound, touch, movement and other sensory input. It outlines who the assessment is for, what sessions look like, typical timings, and how findings translate into practical strategies, school targets, EHCP evidence, and exam preparation, with a focus on post-Easter transitions in the spring term.

EASI Sensory Assessment: Making Sense Of Sensory Processing Before The New Term
9 Dec 2025

EASI Sensory Assessment: Making Sense Of Sensory Processing Before The New Term

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If Christmas lights, school performances and busy family gatherings have left your child exhausted, you are not alone. Many children find the extra noise, change and excitement difficult to process. An EASI sensory assessment can help you understand what is … Continued

When Should a Child See an Occupational Therapist?
26 Apr 2025

When Should a Child See an Occupational Therapist?

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Many parents and carers ask themselves: when should a child see an occupational therapist? Recognising the signs early and seeking support can make a significant difference in your child’s daily life, confidence, and long-term wellbeing. This guide will help you … Continued

EASI Sensory Assessment
28 Jul 2024

EASI Sensory Assessment

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At Waves Occupational Therapy, we are dedicated to helping children and adults achieve their goals and increase their independence. One of the key services we offer is the Evaluation of Ayres Sensory Integration (EASI) Sensory Assessment, a vital tool for … Continued

What are Sensory Activities Examples?
1 Mar 2024

What are Sensory Activities Examples?

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Introduction Sensory activities are designed to stimulate a child’s senses: touch, smell, taste, sight, and hearing. They not only contribute to sensory integration, which is the ability of the brain to combine information from our senses to understand our surroundings, … Continued

How to Deal with Sensory Overload at School
11 Feb 2024

How to Deal with Sensory Overload at School

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Sensory overload is a condition where one’s senses are overwhelmed by the stimuli they are receiving. This can happen in various environments, but it’s particularly common in bustling places like schools. For students who experience sensory overload, the school environment … Continued

Unlocking Child Development: The Potent Magic of Proprioceptive Activities for Empowering Growth!
14 Sep 2023

Unlocking Child Development: The Potent Magic of Proprioceptive Activities for Empowering Growth!

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Unlocking the Hidden Power of Proprioception in Child Development. Dive into the world of proprioception, its vital role in shaping children’s physical and emotional growth, and discover engaging activities to boost sensory awareness.

The Hidden Sense: Revealing the Importance of Proprioception
7 Sep 2023

The Hidden Sense: Revealing the Importance of Proprioception

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Explore how proprioception, the “sixth sense” of body awareness, influences children’s development and aids adults in rehabilitation. Occupational Therapists leverage its power to enhance coordination, emotional well-being, and functionality. Discover how this hidden hero transforms lives in our full blog.

What is OT and how could it help you?
31 Aug 2023

What is OT and how could it help you?

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Occupational therapy is a specialised field of healthcare that focuses on improving and maintaining individuals’ ability to engage in everyday activities, or “occupations,” that are meaningful and necessary for their well-being. This therapy is applicable across the lifespan, aiding children, … Continued

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