Free sensory games, activity plans, EYFS curriculum, AAC tools and CPD for SEND teachers, TAs and families. No sign-up to play — start free.
Sensory Spark gives SEND teachers, teaching assistants and families free sensory games, AI-powered activity plans, a full EYFS sensory curriculum, communication tools and CPD training. Most of it is free to use with no sign-up — dip in whenever you need something that works.
Play 30+ calm, sensory-safe games built for PMLD, SLD, SALT and neurodiverse learners. Touch Garden, Bubble Meadow, Music Board and more run straight in the browser — no account, no cost. Perfect for a quick regulation break or a whole session.
The Sensory Activity Generator builds curriculum-linked activity plans matched to a learner's profile — ready to print and deliver. Everyone gets 10 free credits to try it on a real pupil before deciding anything.
Download the full 12-page EYFS sensory curriculum free with your account — all 7 areas of learning, 75+ activities across 5 support levels, with the Engagement Model built in. A ready-made starting point for any early years SEND setting.
Sourcing and implementing effective SEND resources is a primary focus for educators, therapists, and families across the United Kingdom. Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities require highly tailored support, yet many mainstream and specialist settings struggle to find evidence-based, budget-friendly materials. Sensory Spark serves as a comprehensive, national online platform dedicated to filling this critical gap. Our mission is to support special educational needs coordinators (SENCOs), teachers, teaching assistants, and parents by providing a wealth of structured curriculums, interactive digital sensory activities, and practical guides. Designed for use in classrooms, therapy sessions, and home environments, these SEND resources aim to make learning more inclusive, reduce frustration, and support every learner's unique cognitive and physical development journey. By offering high-quality, practical tools that are ready to use, we help school staff and families focus their energy on direct, positive support and interaction. Rather than scrolling through unverified blogs, educators can rely on this hub for evidence-based materials designed specifically for the diverse needs of neurodiverse cohorts throughout the country. By incorporating these consistent, structured methods, educators and parents can establish a positive, proactive learning culture that supports the sensory and emotional needs of every student. Taking time to carefully assess sensory responses allows school staff to adjust classroom layouts, adapt schedules, and introduce tailored interventions before challenging behaviours arise. This proactive approach not only benefits the individual student but also enhances the overall learning environment for the entire group, fostering a calmer and more productive atmosphere.
At the heart of the Sensory Spark platform is our extensive suite of over thirty free sensory games, accessible directly through any web browser with no registration or signup required. This ensures that busy teachers, teaching assistants, and parents can load these highly engaging games instantly on tablets, laptops, or interactive whiteboards without administrative delays. Real, tested game names include Touch Garden, Bubble Meadow, Music Board, Weather Maker, Feed Me, Sort It Out, First-Then, and Copy My Beat. Each game is designed to target specific early learning or sensory needs. Touch Garden and Bubble Meadow offer clean cause-and-effect learning, while Music Board and Copy My Beat encourage auditory discrimination and rhythm imitation. These free sensory games feature high-contrast visuals, calming soundscapes, and predictable interactions, creating a secure environment that prevents sensory distress while encouraging independent play. They are suitable for learners of all ages who benefit from gentle, low-demand screen time that supports basic visual tracking, coordination, and auditory exploration. These evidence-based strategies are designed to support a wide range of learning styles, ensuring that every pupil has the opportunity to participate fully in daily classroom life. When teachers and teaching assistants collaborate to implement consistent sensory supports, students show greater persistence and confidence in their school work. This collaborative effort helps to build a highly supportive and inclusive school community that celebrates every milestone, no matter how small, and encourages ongoing developmental growth.
Effective sensory activities are more than simple play; they are carefully designed educational and therapeutic interventions. To assist educators and parents in tailoring these experiences, our online AI Sensory Activity Generator is available, providing ten free credits to generate custom physical and sensory activity plans based on specific student needs. Incorporating regular sensory activities into a student's daily timetable helps maintain focus and supports overall self-regulation. Whether you are searching for tactile sensory bin ideas, sensory stories, or digital cause-and-effect tools to support a structured sensory diet, Sensory Spark provides clear, step-by-step guidance. By combining physical, tactile activities with our customisable digital tools, you can create a highly supportive, balanced, and inclusive learning environment that allows neurodiverse pupils to engage fully with their curriculum. This dual approach ensures that students can access both physical sensory objects and accessible digital interfaces depending on their unique sensory thresholds and regulation needs. Furthermore, using structured, highly visual systems helps to clarify expectations and lower cognitive load for students with speech, language, and communication needs. By reducing unnecessary distraction and presenting information in a predictable, consistent format, educators can help learners focus their attention on key educational goals. This structured approach is particularly effective for supporting self-regulation, promoting independent learning, and helping pupils navigate their school day with increased confidence.
In addition to interactive tools, the site provides a range of comprehensive professional guides. These guides cover the statutory Engagement Model, the creation of Individualised Communication Wheels (ICWs), and effective questioning techniques for non-verbal or pre-verbal learners. Professional development is further supported through our free CPD training programme, 'Behaviour is Communication', which helps school staff understand the sensory and emotional drivers behind pupil behaviour. While the vast majority of our resources are entirely free, we offer a premium ninety-nine pound Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, severe learning difficulties (SLD), and neurodiverse curriculum package for deeper study. For individualised support, specialised premium tools such as Speak Spark AAC, All About Me, and Social Story Studio are available for nine pounds ninety-nine per year, or as a twenty-pound annual bundle. For support or enquiries, please contact the national online team at support@sensoryspark.co.uk. Providing consistent, high-quality sensory input is key to helping students maintain an optimal state of arousal for learning. Whether a student requires calming, slow-paced activities to reduce anxiety or active, high-contrast stimulation to re-engage with their surroundings, having access to versatile tools is invaluable. These resources empower school staff to deliver immediate, personalised support that meets the fluid, changing needs of their students throughout the school year, fostering a highly responsive educational setting. ---
Email: support@sensoryspark.co.uk
Address: United Kingdom