What the Program Is

The Drop In Sensory Friendly Play Program is a small group or 1:1 play based experience for children ages 5–11. Sessions are designed to give children time and space to engage in play in a calm, predictable, and sensory considerate environment.

This program is not tutoring and does not include academic instruction. There are no lessons, benchmarks, or expectations for skill performance. Play is the central activity. Children choose how they engage, what they explore, and how they move through the space.

Each session is led by Tyana and intentionally structured to support comfort, safety, and meaningful engagement through play.

Why This Program Is Beneficial

For many children, especially those who experience sensory differences, social stress, or difficulty in group settings, play in typical environments can feel overwhelming or inaccessible.

This program offers a setting where children can:

• Engage in play without pressure to perform or keep pace

• Practice being in a shared space with peers in a low demand way

• Explore sensory materials and movement safely

• Build comfort with transitions and routines

• Experience social presence and connection on their own terms

The benefit is not about learning a specific skill. It is about supporting children in feeling regulated, capable, and comfortable participating in a shared play environment.

Who This Program Is For

This program is designed for children ages 5–9 who:

• Benefit from sensory friendly spaces

• Prefer small groups and predictable routines

• Enjoy play but may find traditional group settings challenging

• Communicate in a variety of ways

• Need a low pressure environment to connect with others