story main

Sensory Play

Sensory Play is a unique hands-on play environment for all children, with specific elements created especially with children with autism and their families in mind.

Play Africa sees every child as curious, capable and creative. That's why we celebrate imagination, experimentation, innovation, and problem-solving. We encourage children to test their independence and gain self-confidence with unparalleled learning opportunities. Play Africa is passionate about pioneering inclusive spaces that celebrate difference and cater to a range of learning styles and abilities. Our Sensory Play area promotes every child's right to play with a dynamic, multi-sensory play space created for all children. Goals for children: 1.Welcome children with autism and other special needs * Offer children with autism and other sensory integration challenges a place to come together to play with their siblings, parents, and caregivers. To meet the special needs of children with autism, Play Africa offers environments with reduced sound, designated quiet spaces, extra visual signage and sensory aids. 2. Create "judgment-free zone" for all families in our city * Promote social inclusion by offering unique shared public spaces where all families, including those with children with special needs can come together for special play time and connection in a relaxed environment. 3. Build social acceptance of children with disabilities * Help children understand one another and create opportunities to play across "barriers" and varying abilities; * Reverse stigma and discrimination by providing fun opportunities for children with disabilities to develop skills as creative, critical thinkers, innovators and problem-solvers; * Support Constituition Hill and other venues in our city to make increased provision for children with disabilities and special needs, building awareness among families, professionals and influencers. Testimonial from Autism South Africa ' Play Africa's Sensory Play exhibit is an incredible initiative that will help South Africans understand and accept one another, not just children with autism but all children with disabilities and differences.'--Vicky Lamb, national education facilitator with Autism South Africa, the national body for autism in South Africa.

Other stories