Sensory supports checklist (classroom)

Quick checks to reduce sensory overload in class.

TeachersClassroom resource5–10 minutes

Who this is for

Teachers looking for practical, educational support.

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How to use

  • Use at the start of term or after class changes.
  • Tick off adjustments as you try them.

Environment checks

  • □ Reduce harsh lighting or glare
  • □ Offer noise‑reducing options
  • □ Provide a predictable seating spot
  • □ Allow movement breaks

Communication supports

  • □ Visual instructions
  • □ Short, clear directions
  • □ Check‑back questions

Related resources

Trust & evidence

Educational resource — not medical advice.

Citations

Sources are copy‑only for transparency — external links are not clickable.

  • World Health Organization: Mental health and wellbeing

    https://www.who.int/teams/mental-health-and-substance-use

  • UNICEF: Supporting mental health and wellbeing

    https://www.unicef.org/mental-health

  • US Department of Education: IDEA overview

    https://sites.ed.gov/idea/

  • CDC: ADHD overview

    https://www.cdc.gov/adhd/

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Last reviewed

16 Jan 2026

Next review due

15 Jul 2026

Updated

16 Jan 2026

Evidence & sources

6 sources · tiers A, B

Update history
  • 16 Jan 2026contentInitial printable published and reviewed.

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