As a residential children’s home, you hold space for some of the most vulnerable young people — often in moments of crisis. You’re supporting children with complex trauma histories, sensory needs, and emotional regulation difficulties, all while managing staffing demands, care plans, and compliance with Ofsted expectations.
Behaviours that appear unpredictable or challenging are often a reflection of a nervous system in survival mode. When a child’s body doesn’t feel safe, connection, calm, and cooperation become incredibly difficult. That’s where sensory and trauma-informed care becomes essential.
SensoryPie offers a body-based, trauma-informed approach designed specifically for children in care and the adults who support them.
Led by Specialist Occupational Therapist Sadie Charlton, SensoryPie provides practical, realistic strategies that work in residential settings — not just in theory, but in daily routines and real-life moments. With over 10 years' experience (including three years embedded in a Virtual School working exclusively with looked-after children), Sadie understands how to tailor support for homes, teams, and individual children.
Whether you're looking to better understand a child’s behaviours, embed regulation into your routines, or create therapeutic environments — we can help.
We offer a flexible and relational model of support, which can include:
✔️ Sensory Environment Audit – to assess and enhance your home environment
✔️ Child-Specific Consultation – with practical strategies and written reports
✔️ In-House Staff Training – engaging, trauma-informed sessions for your whole team
✔️ Whole House Packages – combining training, consultation, and audit for deeper impact
Get in touch to discuss a package tailored to your setting. All services are fully customisable and designed to align with your care model, team structure, and the needs of the children you support.