Seek advice from the appropriate health profession should the child have a diagnosis that affects their participation in play and physical activities.
Request involvement from external services e.g. Occupational Therapy (OT)/Physiotherapy (PT) Services Therapy Health Services - Bury Council.
Inclusion of OT/PT on any reviews and planning meetings for the child.
Ensure any suggested specialist advice from OT/PT is shared with all staff, parents/carers and incorporated into the child’s Play Plan.
Settings must allocate the key person with time to adapt resources, attend training and conduct individual work.
SENCO to support the key person in planning and using differentiated activities and more specialist strategies and resources to support the child.
Incorporate moving and handling plans and care plans into planning, as advised by professionals. Ensure the plans are meeting need. Request a review should any aspects change.
Ensure any specialist equipment continues to meet the child’s needs and contact relevant OT/PT Therapy Health Services - Bury Council and liaise with family regarding any repairs or alterations.
Carry out risk assessments on a regular basis and incorporate any actions and strategies into planning.