Kane’s World will be a purpose-built soft play and sensory centre exclusively for SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) children and their families.

This will be more than just a play centre—it will be a place where children can be themselves without judgement or unnecessary restrictions. If they need to take their shoes off to feel the ground, they can. If they need to climb, jump, or stim, they can. And if parents need a break from feeling anxious or out of place, they can finally relax, knowing they’re surrounded by people who truly “get it.”

What Kane’s World Will Include

• A Sensory-Seeker Play Area: Designed for children like Kane, with slides, climbing frames, trampolines, and balancing equipment to allow freedom and movement in a safe environment.
• A Sensory-Avoider Room: A calming space with soft lighting, comfortable seating, and soothing equipment for children who need quiet time.
• Quiet Rooms: For children experiencing meltdowns, giving families a safe, private space to regroup.
• On-Site Facilities: Fully accessible changing facilities, and a café offering snacks, cakes, and hot and cold drinks for families.

Activities and Services

Kane’s World will offer much more than just play. We’ll provide:

• Workshops and Experiences: Tailored activities like dance therapy, massage therapy, sound baths, and animal encounters to support children’s development and wellbeing.
• Parties: Specially designed birthday party packages to give SEND children the celebrations they deserve.
• Support for Parents: Drop-in sessions with SEND professionals and organisations to ensure families can access the support they need.
• Group Bookings for Schools: Regular sessions for SEND classes from mainstream schools, providing a safe, fun environment for outings.

Why Kane’s World Is Needed

SEND families in Darlington, surround areas and beyond, currently have very limited options. There is only one soft play centre offering a SEND session, and that’s for just one hour per month on a Sunday morning. That’s it—one hour in an entire month.

The closest sensory play area is 15 miles away, with a capacity of just 14 people, including supervising adults. For many families, these spaces are inaccessible, impractical, or simply not enough to meet their needs.

Kane’s World will change this by creating a larger, fully inclusive space with a capacity for 40 children, designed specifically for SEND children and their families.

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