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Monday 10am - 3pm Tuesday 2pm - 7pm Wednesday 10am - 3pm Friday 2pm - 7pm Saturday 10am - 4:30pm Sunday 10am - 3pm

SENtre

We are a private therapy centre for autistic children aged 2 - 10 years old. We are a private therapy centre for autistic children aged 2 - 11 years old.

We help children who may be behind in certain areas including speech, challenging behaviours and who may need additional support at school and more. We assist frustrated parents help their child achieve positive outcomes and independence while allowing them to be who they are. We use an innovative program called SENtre approach that follows the developmental processes while increasing focus, inde

pendence and happiness in families. In addition we offer private home therapy and online services that coach parents and empower them to teach their children. We have a team with a combined 20 years experience in the field and are passionate about what we do. We have staff that are trained in behavioural therapy and MAKATON.

26/07/2025

🌟 Struggling to find events your autistic child can actually enjoy? You’re not alone. 🌟

Most children’s events are loud, chaotic and overwhelming, especially if your child is autistic.
You want them to join in, to smile, to feel included… but most places simply are not designed with your child in mind.

That is exactly why we created our Autism Friendly Animal Show at The SENtre.

🧠 A safe, understanding environment
🦜 Gentle animal encounters including snakes, furry friends and giant snails
🤝 Supportive staff who truly understand

Whether your child wants to touch the animals or simply watch, they will feel welcome, calm and included.

📍 Thursday 28 August
🕥 10:30am to 11:15am
📍 The SENtre, Birmingham’s leading autism therapy centre
🎟 Limited spaces available. Book now to secure your child’s place

✅ A space where your child is seen, supported and celebrated

Link in bio to book!

15/06/2025

Echolalia is when your child repeats set phrases or words. This may be things they have heard at school, may be from their tv shows or movies.

Some families we meet want to spoke this but it is great basis to teach functional language.

Want to learn more? Does your child communicate in this way?

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13/06/2025

Amazing little boy said ‘p’ to be picked up for this first time! He started with us not saying any words or sounds. His cheeky personality is coming out and it’s so great to get to know him as he finds his voice and is about to express his needs!

Well done!!

Visit our website today to book your space or check out our parent training sessions

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29/04/2025

Does your child eat inedible items? Do you feel they pick little bits off the floor and chew on items.

They may have Pica. Some women also experience pica during pregnancy craving items like chalk, ice and more.

Want to learn more?
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26/04/2025

Happy Saturday !

We are ready for some fun today. Working on language, social skills, regulation and school ready skills!

Activities today include Lego which is amazing for fine motor skills, co-ordination and creativity.

Have you visited SENtre yet?
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20/04/2025

There are many ways to help your child communicate with you. Exposing your child to all forms of communication is essential to reduce frustration and also find the method that suits them.

This is not a fast process and can sometimes take years to perfect. The results are invaluable to both families and the child.

PECs is a picture exchange system where your child can select pictures for ask for the items they want. At advance levels they can also have conversations.

Tips when teaching this:
1. Use items that have high motivation
2. Lots of patience, your child will need to learn the concept first
3. Try to use items they can keep asking for example blocks, lots of cars, pencils for drawing. Items like the IPad are great but only allow 1/2 chances to practice

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19/04/2025

Small steps create BIG changes!!

Breaking things down is much easier for parents and the children we work with. Creating steps that help each child achieve creates a confidence and independence. The smiles on their faces when the end goal is reached is priceless !!

Book a visit to SENtre today!
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15/04/2025

DON’T TEACH SIGN IT STOPS SPEECH!

This is a common misconception. Sign actually helps speech and is massively beneficial to the children we work with for many reasons.

MAKATON is a form of sign (different to sign language) that aids speech and should always be paired with the verbal word by the teacher.

MAKATON can:

1. Reduce frustration as it is faster for a child to process a sign that words when a child is angry, overworked or sad. This makes it easier for them to understand later, wait, calm or anything else

2. MAKATON can aid speech because your child can sign what they want to you and you can then help them with the word.

3. It helps them access other environments as the signs are generally similar (may differ in different countries) helping confidence and increasing your child’s ability to settle in an environment

4. It can also reduce your frustration and anxiety! As you are able to know what your child wants

Want to learn more?
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11/04/2025

Activities with a nice clear end help childcare know what’s expected and also allows them to know when a task is going to end.

Sometimes frustration can occur when things become overwhelming and the ability to communicate this feeling can be too much.

Prevention for this could be token economy boards, now and next boards, visual timetables and presenting work in a way that’s bite sized.

Try it and let us know!

For more tips and tricks contact us.
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09/04/2025

Terminology time!

An EHCP is a legal document which states your child’s needs. It will state what staffing your child needs, for example 1:1, what provisions they need for example mainstream, special school or resource bases and also what additional service they need such as speech and language and occupational.

It will be used by schools and practitioners to determine how to measure your child’s progress, move on targets and help your child regulate and access the educational provision.

Visit our website for more help!
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08/04/2025

The smile of confidence, independence and success!

It’s beautiful to watch the children grow and learn new skills. It helps them explore the world, develop their personalities and their sense of honour 🥰

We are so happy to provide a space for the children to learn and grow! We teach them skills they will use for a life time!

Contact us today!
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04/04/2025

SLT -Speech and language therapist

In the context of healthcare, “SLT” stands for Speech and Language Therapy, a treatment, support, and care service for individuals facing difficulties with communication, eating, drinking, and swallowing.

If your child struggles to pronounce their words, communicate or experienced the effects of dyspraxia they can be a great help!

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Address

Birmingham

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 3pm
Tuesday	2pm - 7pm
Wednesday	10am - 3pm
Friday	2pm - 7pm
Saturday	10am - 4:30pm
Sunday	10am - 3pm

Website

http://www.thesentre.co.uk/

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