Archive for March 2026
Developing your child’s skills
At Tree Tops, our OTs and OTAs love to use an obstacle course as it supports engagement and develops lots of different skills, including motor planning, sequencing, balance, and problem solving. For those reluctant to engage in fine motor tasks, these can be incorporated too, such as maintaining a tight grip with tongs to develop…
Read MoreHelping poor working memory
Signs of poor working memory in our children can be seen in many ways from giving a task and forgetting it a few seconds later to just becoming overwhelmed with something within the environment. You can help a child with poor working memory by using the following tips: 🤔 simplifying instructions by giving one at…
Read MoreProblems with tooth brushing?
Brushing your teeth is a life skill that some children find really challenging, especially when they have sensory processing Have a look at the tips and don’t forget to let us know any ideas you have too
Read MoreYoung adult learning to drive
Is your young adult learning to drive? When you have an SPD/ASD young adult who lacks/finds it challenging to concentrate, try the following tips and see if it helps:- Before going out in the car do lots of heavy work (calming) * Pushing/pulling exercises * Deep pressure (massage etc) * Brush the path or hoover…
Read MoreTestimonial – sharing knowledge and support
Thank you for inviting us to your SENDchats. It was a pleasure sharing our knowledge so you could take these home and use with your families. We look forward to seeing you all again. One parent/carer said, “It was an excellent, informative session from Tree Tops – so useful and great stratgies to support at…
Read MoreWorld Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day – Saturday 21 March 2026. Every year on 21 March, we celebrate this day as it represents the 21st chromosome present in people with Down Syndrome. This year, the focus is on “Together Against Loneliness” so it is important to remember to include everyone. It is important to have good friendships…
Read MoreParent Review – Significant Improvements
It is absolutely lovely to hear how much your daughter has improved but also that she is taking the lead by developing an awareness of how to regulate. Keep doing the home programme and more improvements will be seen. Keep us updated! Mum was happy to report that her daughter had significantly improved in her:…
Read MoreParent Review – improved strength, participation
Your daughter was a pleasure to chat with each week. She definitely enjoyed her sessions and the improvements were amazing. Don’t forget to book in for some top up sessions in the near future. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Mum said her daughter had improved significantly in her: She also had improved in her:…
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