Oswestry Halloween party for special needs children held

On October 23, Oswestry SEN Parents, a local group supporting families with special educational needs (SEN), hosted the event at the Fantastic Funhouse.

The group, started by Charlotte Issitt, known as Stripe, organises sessions for children in the community.

The play centre provided the venue free of charge and also supplied complimentary party food plates for all children, leading to more than 50 children participating in the free event.

Children came dressed in costumes and enjoyed the play facilities and a Halloween-themed event in a sensory-friendly environment.

With fewer children, reduced noise, and controlled lighting, the inclusive session allowed SEN children to fully enjoy the celebration without the risk of sensory overload.

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These types of events offer a space where children can feel comfortable and accepted, allowing them to be themselves in an understanding environment.

Oswestry SEN Parents help to address the significant lack of inclusive groups, activities, and venues for SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) children in the UK.

More than 11 million people live with a disability in the UK, with approximately 1.4 million being SEND children.

To find out more about Oswestry SEN Parents events, visit facebook.com/OswestrySENparents.

For more information about Fantastic Funhouse events, including their upcoming Halloween parties, visit facebook.com/fantasticfunhouse.

The group continues to make a difference, one adapted event at a time, helping SEND children and their families feel included and supported in the Oswestry community.