Petals Therapy

22/09/2025

🌟 Congratulations to Cheryl! 🌟

Cheryl has recently completed a 30-hour training course with Sensory Integration Network and is now a fully accredited Sensory Inclusion Facilitator 🎉

As a Speech and Language Therapist, it’s so important to consider the impact of sensory needs on communication, interaction, and engagement. Sensory processing isn’t just within the remit of Occupational Therapy – sensory differences can underpin so many aspects of a child or young person’s experience. That’s why, as an MDT, it’s vital we understand and support these needs together.

Cheryl already had a strong understanding of sensory needs through her extensive experience, but this course has allowed her to consolidate that knowledge and build further on it. She’s already excited to bring this into her day-to-day practice!

At Petals, we invest in our therapists to ensure the very best care for the children and young people we work with. 💜

👏 Well done, Cheryl – we’re proud of you!

18/09/2025

Tell me you’re an OT without telling me you’re an OT…

Prepping sensory equipment ready to go into classrooms to support regulation and learning as part of Universal Provision. 🌱✨

17/09/2025

𝕎𝕖𝕝𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕖 𝕥𝕠 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕥𝕖𝕒𝕞, 𝔸𝕝𝕖𝕩!🌸

We are so excited to introduce Alexandra Nunez, our new Speech and Language Therapist at Petals Therapy! ✨

Alex has already brought fresh energy and enthusiasm into several of our partner schools this week, and we can’t wait to see her role grow.

She has a passion for supporting children and young people to build their communication skills and confidence through meaningful, playful, and practical therapy. Her specialist interests include dysfluency, speech sound disorders, bilingualism and multilingualism, and language development through play.

Being bilingual in English and Spanish, Alex also brings a wonderful extra dimension to her practice, helping us to support even more families in ways that are meaningful to them.

We are delighted to have Alex on board and look forward to all the fantastic things she will bring to our team and the children we work with. 💜

👉 Join us in giving Alex a big welcome!

13/09/2025

⏰ Just days left before MPs debate the Save Our Children’s Rights petition to protect SEND legal rights. How many more signatures can we add before Monday?

The Government is considering reforms that could strip away these rights and restrict access to EHCPs. For families already battling for support, this would be devastating.

Legal rights are the only safeguard families have — the law is what allows us to challenge unlawful decisions and secure the support our children need.

📲 Share this petition in your WhatsApp groups
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✍️ Sign here: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/711021

I.P.S.E.A | Sendiass Leicester | Dr Luke Evans - for Hinckley and Bosworth

Support in education is a vital legal right of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We ask the government to commit to maintaining the existing law, so that vulnerable children with SEND can access education and achieve their potential.

12/09/2025

How cute is this!?

🌸👶 Did you know that copying your baby’s actions is one of the simplest but most powerful ways to support their early communication?

When adults mirror what babies do (clapping, waving, making sounds, pulling faces) turns into a fun back-and-forth game. This teaches babies:
✔️ My actions have an effect
✔️ People are interested in what I do
✔️ Taking turns is fun!

These playful “conversations” lay the foundation for early language and social skills. You don’t need fancy toys, just your face, your voice, and a willingness to join in the fun.

So next time your little one makes a move, copy them and see what happens… you might be surprised how much “chatting” takes place without any words at all! 💬✨

07/09/2025

🌸⚽ We’re so excited to share some brilliant news! 🌸⚽

Petals Therapy are now one of the proud sponsors of FC Burbage U15 Lionesses 🦁❤️🖤

We’re thrilled to see our logo on their kits this season, and even more delighted to celebrate their win today in the very first match of the season – what a fantastic way to kick things off! 🙌👏

Here's to the teams success for the year ahead – we’ll be cheering you on all the way! 🙌💪

05/09/2025

❓Did you know❓

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) affects around 7 - 10% of school age children, yet it’s still widely misunderstood and under recognised.

This article shines a light on what DLD is, the signs to look out for, and why awareness matters.

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/developmental-language-disorder-dld-diagnosis-b2820273.html

At Petals Therapy, we can support the exploration of DLD and provide tailored advice and intervention.

📨 Please contact us for more information:
hello@petalstherapy.co.uk

Developmental language disorder is considered an invisible condition

04/09/2025

🌟This week, Nicola delivered a fantastic training session at Oaklands School, one of our partner schools, focusing on Sensory Integration, Sensory Systems, and strategies to support children in the classroom.

We know that sensory processing plays a huge role in how children learn, play, and engage with their environment. Nicola shared practical strategies to help staff recognise sensory needs and build supportive routines that can make a real difference to pupils’ wellbeing and participation.

Thank you to the school staff for your enthusiasm and engagement – it’s always a privilege to work together to create inclusive learning environments!🌟

23/08/2025

🌈 Today our local community is celebrating Hinckley PRIDE with the annual march and Pride in the Park, and while Petals Therapy can’t be there in person, we are very much there in spirit.

Neurodivergent children, young people and families are at the heart of what we do, and we know that many identify within the LGBTQIA+ community too. We believe everyone deserves to feel seen, safe, and valued for who they are. 💜

If you’re able to, join the walk from 11:30 and show your support too! 🏳️‍🌈

21/08/2025

It's that time again!! This time for those getting their GCSE results!

Good Luck to all! 🍀

Whatever those grades may be, remember:

💜 They don’t define your worth

🩵 They don’t capture your talents or passions

🧡 They don’t reflect your kindness, courage or determination

Be proud of yourself and how far you’ve come. Today is just one step in your journey, not the whole story. 💜🌟

08/08/2025

Wishing our director and the heart of Petals a very happy and special birthday. Hayley we hope you have a wonderful day.