York leisure centre opens new sensory room for young children

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 13:02 · Archive

A new sensory room has opened at Energise Leisure Centre in York for children under five. The space was funded by David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, and the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority. It offers a dedicated place for children, families and community groups to explore, play and enjoy new experiences.

The room features interactive and calming sensory equipment, including an Interactive Snowflake Tube, Glow Construction Blocks, an Interactive Infinity Wall Panel, and a Tactile Wall Board. According to Natalie Thomas, community sports manager for York at GLL, the charitable social enterprise that manages the centre, the room can be adapted to support different needs and preferences. 'Whether someone wants to be active and explore the equipment or simply spend some quieter time in a calm environment, the room can be adapted to support different needs and preferences,' she said.

How it is being reported

• Inside York leisure centre’s brand-new sensory room for childrenA new sensory room has opened for young children at one of York's leisure centres.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 20 Oct, 12:30
• Inside York leisure centre’s brand-new sensory room for childrenA new sensory room has opened for young children at one of York's leisure centres.York Press · 20 Oct, 12:30

In this story: Energise Leisure Centre · York · David Skaith · GLL · York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority

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