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“Excellent service, looking forward to final report, so that school can provide support and assistance to help Jack.” “Initial report/assessment explains many of Jacks behaviours.” “Staff are very friendly and approachable.”

“It will assist me in both home and work with children, understanding the oral stages of eating and how to teach this.” “A very interesting course which enlightened me on the processes. A wonderful inspiring tutor and friendly group.” “Lots of things to try with my son.” “At home, it has helped me understand what…

Based at Tree Tops Children’s Occupational Therapy clinic in Newton Aycliffe and reporting to Clinical Lead Paediatric Occupational Therapist.  Job purpose: To assess and treat children with a range of Developmental Disorders focusing on Sensory processing of the child, within Tree Tops clinic and the school environment. To deliver monthly OT service to mainstream SLA…

On Friday 27th January 2017 some of our parents and professionals took part in the above course. Do not be put off by the nappy as it was actually chocolate! However, it proved a few points to say the least on how different smells and textures can affect our children’s eating.   This course would…

“Thought provoking with good simple ways of working within the remit of many things we already have in nursery.” “Interesting to look at how Forest Schools and outdoor learning works with this. Many children outdoors for long periods are calmer and doing many activities that naturally works on the senses/proproception.” “Fantastic day, all staff approachable…

Impact Youth Group (for 15+) We now have a new Youth Group! Do you know of anyone who is 15+ who would like to join the group? Impact Youth Group is a Secret group set up by Simon O’Hanlon who is a trainee at Tree Tops but will be monitored by adults to ensure their…

“Hello I’m Shelley. I left school at 16 and went on a YTS with Aycliffe ITEC where I completed a BTEC in Business Studies. I now have over 25 years experience in Business Administration. I joined Tree Tops in October 2015 and I am employed as an Office Administrator where I am responsible for processing…

Bath time fun with shaving foam – especially for practicing writing letters and numbers. When your child is in the bath, put some shaving foam on the wall of the bath or wall tile. Get your child to draw with their fingers! You’d be surprised at how much they will enjoy this activity. Just remember…