Occupational Therapy for Schools

Schools & Educational Consultancy

WST partners directly with educational institutions, Local Education Authorities (LEAs), headteachers, and SENCOs to deliver targeted, evidence-based occupational therapy services. From direct half-day and full-day interventions to long-term service strategy, Denise helps schools build inclusive environments where pupils with complex needs and SEND can thrive.

School Service Development & Supervision

Service Structuring: Expert consultancy for educational settings looking to establish or refine specialist occupational therapy provisions.
Providing direct occupational therapy commissioned by schools to support student goals.
Clinical Supervision: Facilitating ongoing clinical oversight and support networks for newly qualified practitioners working within school environments.
EHCP Support: Providing direct occupational therapy as written in the EHCP.
Tech Integration: Advising on Universal, Targeted, and Specialist enabling technological frameworks within the school setting.

Specialised Training Workshops

Sensory Processing & Interoception: Understanding the foundations of sensory regulation, internal body signals, and practical classroom adaptations.
AI for SEND: A practical introduction to ethically leveraging Artificial Intelligence and assistive tools to support learners with special needs.
Fine Motor & Handwriting Skills: Development strategies combined with effective use of assistive technology for classroom participation.
Transition Support: Actionable frameworks to help children and young people navigate key life transitions, including moves to new schools or colleges.
Rethinking Childhood Learning: Exploring modern developmental experiences and the evolving impact of AI on childhood education.
Cognitive Load Theory in IT Design: Analyzing how digital interfaces and IT tools can be structured to optimize learning and reduce cognitive load.

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Ready to enhance your school’s OT framework or upskill your teaching team?

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