Social Story on Using the School’s Regulation (OT) Room

In this social story, the term Regulation Room is used to describe a designated space in the school where pupils can engage in sensory or movement-based activities to support self-regulation. This term is intentional. Schools do not provide Occupational Therapy (OT) and teachers/SNAs are not qualified therapists, so calling it an “OT Room” can create confusion or unrealistic expectations for parents.

Using “Regulation Room” reflects current best practice in trauma-informed and neuro-affirmative education: the space is designed to help children regulate their bodies and emotions so they can feel calm, safe and ready to learn. This language is accurate, parent-friendly and inclusive of all pupils who may benefit from regulation strategies, with or without an OT plan.

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