Social Group
A structured social space for children and young people with ASD and moderate learning disabilities.
The Social Group is a structured programme developed to support children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or moderate learning disabilities. The primary aim of the programme is to provide a safe and inclusive environment where participants can build meaningful connections with peers who face similar challenges, including difficulties with anxiety, emotional regulation, social communication, and social interaction.
The programme offers targeted and purposeful activities designed to support the development of:
• Emotional resilience
• Social communication skills
• Self-confidence and self-esteem
• Practical coping strategies to help manage stress and enhance community participation.
The Social Group provides young people with a dedicated space in which they are supported, accepted, and encouraged to express themselves authentically.
Programme Activities
The Social Group delivers a varied programme of activities that are tailored to individual needs and abilities. These include:
• Board games and structured group games
• Arts and crafts sessions
• Group discussions and peer support opportunities
• Quizzes and film evenings
• Daily check-ins, offering time for participants to reflect on their day and receive support from staff and peers.
These activities are designed not only to promote social interaction but also to strengthen communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and personal confidence.
Sensory Regulation and Physical Activity
Sensory time is a key component of the programme, providing participants with a calm, supportive environment in which they can regulate their emotions, process their day, and develop self-awareness.
Physical activity is also an integral part of the Social Group. Both indoor and outdoor sessions are structured to encourage:
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Improved communication skills
• Positive social engagement
All physical activities are adapted to meet the individual needs and abilities of each participant, ensuring accessibility and meaningful participation for all.
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The programme offers targeted and purposeful activities designed to support the development of:
• Emotional resilience
• Social communication skills
• Self-confidence and self-esteem
• Practical coping strategies to help manage stress and enhance community participation.
The Social Group provides young people with a dedicated space in which they are supported, accepted, and encouraged to express themselves authentically.
Programme Activities
The Social Group delivers a varied programme of activities that are tailored to individual needs and abilities. These include:
• Board games and structured group games
• Arts and crafts sessions
• Group discussions and peer support opportunities
• Quizzes and film evenings
• Daily check-ins, offering time for participants to reflect on their day and receive support from staff and peers.
These activities are designed not only to promote social interaction but also to strengthen communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and personal confidence.
Sensory Regulation and Physical Activity
Sensory time is a key component of the programme, providing participants with a calm, supportive environment in which they can regulate their emotions, process their day, and develop self-awareness.
Physical activity is also an integral part of the Social Group. Both indoor and outdoor sessions are structured to encourage:
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Improved communication skills
• Positive social engagement
All physical activities are adapted to meet the individual needs and abilities of each participant, ensuring accessibility and meaningful participation for all.
Programme details
Age range: Ages 6-18
Schedule: 3 sessions per week across 48 weeks
