Posts by Tree Tops
Parent Review – engaging in sessions
Our OTs and OTAs thrive on having good relationships with our Tree Toppers. It makes all the difference as the children feel confident with the team, enabling them to provide therapeutic but fun sessions. The sensory diet being built into home and school makes such a difference. Let us know how you get on! Mum…
Read MoreReview – understood and supported
It is always great to hear how our Tree Toppers love coming to Tree Tops for their sessions. We make the sessions fun and tailored to their interests wherever possible. We think the OTs and OTAs have far too much fun in the sessions with our Tree Toppers! We hope to see you both very…
Read MorePrice increase – 1 April 2026
Just a little note to all our customers with regards to a price increase.
Read MoreDeveloping 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:…
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