Sensory circuit advice for 13 year old girl

Hi, my 13 year old daughter has recently got an EHCP but we were disappointed by the attitude of the school Senco at the first meeting, who seems to think most items are unpractical or not required. One specific question I have is around sensory circuits - it's been advised in the EHCP that this is put in place but the Senco said we shouldn't do this because 'she won't want to prance about in her PE kit jumping through hoops by herself'! I completely agree she wouldn't want that, but assume there must be all sorts of sensory circuits to suit the child? My daughter is the quiet, doesn't want anyone to notice her type and probably needs some lavender oil and a dog to stroke rather than manic exercise during the school day! Anyone got any advice as to what I might suggest to the Senco? It's so hard to know what will help when you're struggling, trying not to look different in a mainstream school, apart from the usual Time Out card etc.

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  • Thank you to both of you. I wish there had to be a third party, impartial person, involved in all meetings re EHCPs because it would make a parent's job so much easier. I feel like i'm battling for everything and my relationship with the SENCO is almost at breaking point - i'm really trying not to push it over the edge because I know i'd be better off keeping her on side but I also am not willing to be a push over. Your suggestions re the sensory trail are very helpful, thank you - I can think of a few options to suggest now.  

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  • Thank you to both of you. I wish there had to be a third party, impartial person, involved in all meetings re EHCPs because it would make a parent's job so much easier. I feel like i'm battling for everything and my relationship with the SENCO is almost at breaking point - i'm really trying not to push it over the edge because I know i'd be better off keeping her on side but I also am not willing to be a push over. Your suggestions re the sensory trail are very helpful, thank you - I can think of a few options to suggest now.  

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