Children and young people with additional support needs in North Glasgow will continue to enjoy a welcoming space to learn, play and express themselves through art thanks to the ongoing work of Sensorial’s KIWI Sensory Art & Play programme.
Sensorial is a collective of artists and educators dedicated to empowering neurodivergent and disabled people through creative and sensory-led activities. The organisation delivers workshops, creates safe spaces at community events and runs after-school clubs that use art and sensory stimulation as tools for communication, self-expression and personal development.
Its KIWI Sensory Art & Play project is a free after-school club for children with complex needs and additional support needs. Operating in an area where specialist provision can be limited, the club combines art-making, multi-sensory activities and a person-centred approach to create a safe and stimulating environment.
Sessions are designed to support cognitive, physical and communication development while helping participants build confidence, emotional regulation and self-expression. The project works in partnership with local organisations and delivers weekly sessions for children and their families.
To support this work, Sensorial has received a £350 donation from the Allied Vehicles Charitable Trust. The funding will help the organisation continue delivering high-quality sensory and creative experiences for children and young people who benefit from the club’s unique approach.
Consuelo Rosa Serván, Founder of Sensorial, expressed the organisations gratitude for the donation, saying: “Thank you very much for the funds. Allied Vehicles Charitable Trust has supported our project since almost the beginning. We are very grateful and we really appreciate your continued support.”
The parent of one young boy who attends KIWI sessions told us how much the club means her son. She said: “‘It’s KIWI Club day!’ is the best way to start the morning. My child goes to school happier knowing they’ll be at club later. It’s given them a place where they can just be themselves.”
David Facenna, Corporate Culture Director at Allied Vehicles Group, said: “Sensorial provides a fantastic service for children and young people with additional support needs while also supporting families in the local community. We’re pleased to support the organisation again and help ensure more children can benefit from its creative, sensory-led approach.”
The donation will help Sensorial continue offering opportunities for children and young people to develop skills, build confidence and enjoy activities tailored to their individual needs, strengthening support for families across North Glasgow.
