Play learn & discover
the sensory Centre
Indoor & Outdoor Interactive
Play Zones
We’re excited to announce that our Centre is now expanding and opening to the public!
About the Sensory Centre:
This new innovative centre features themed interactive indoor and outdoor sensory zones that promote exploration, play, and connection in a welcoming environment.
With a variety of rich sensory experiences, including calming areas and engaging fun activities, our inclusive centre aims to inspire creativity, and foster social interaction for families.
A perfect place for those who just want to come play, socialize and learn with sensory discovery or have sensory impairments.
Located at 190 Church St, Garson, ON (Greater Sudbury)
Take a look at our calendar for our drop-in opportunities.
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Why Sensory Play is Essential for Kids' Development
Develops Motor Skills: Enhances both fine and gross motor skills through activities that involve movement and coordination.
Improves Sensory Processing: Helps children integrate and respond to sensory information from their environment.
Enhances Balance and Coordination: Supports vestibular and proprioceptive development, leading to better balance and spatial awareness.
Promotes Emotional Regulation: Provides an outlet for energy and stress relief, contributing to overall emotional well-being.
Encourages Social Interaction: Many sensory physical play activities are social in nature, promoting cooperative play and communication skills.
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Learn and Explore Your Senses with Sensory Play!
Discover the exciting world of sensory play, where children can engage, explore, and learn through their senses! Our Sensory Play Zone is designed to help kids connect with the world around them by engaging all five senses—touch, sight, sound, taste, and smell.
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Explore Our Centre for Children with Sensory Needs
The Sensory Centre is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where children with sensory challenges can learn, grow, and thrive.
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Sensory Supports are Available at our Centre
We offer a wide range of sensory supports designed to meet the unique needs of children with sensory challenges. Our goal is to provide a nurturing and engaging environment where every child can thrive by accessing the sensory tools and resources that best support them.
Snoozelen
It's a supportive approach to sensory therapy, creating a safe and engaging space that can address a wide range of sensory and emotional needs.Fidget & Sensory Toys
A variety of fidget items and sensory toys available to help children improve concentration or calm nervous energy.Weighted Blankets
For children who benefit from deep pressure, these blankets provide a sense of security and comfort, promoting relaxation.Noise-Canceling Headphones
For children who are sensitive to noise, we have noise-canceling headphones to create a more peaceful environment.Visual Supports: We use visual schedules, charts, and color-coded systems to help children navigate their daily routines. These visual aids make it easier for children to understand expectations and stay on track, reducing anxiety and confusion.
Tactile Sensory Tools
From textured mats to sand and rice bins, our tactile sensory materials help children engage with different textures in a fun, interactive way.Movement Activities: We offer various physical activities like swinging or balancing on balance boards.
Communication Tools
Communication cards to support children and enhance learning and engagement.
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Are you looking for a new play Centre for your baby, toddler, child or family to enjoy?
Come drop-in at The Sensory Centre and enjoy engaging rich sensory activities and experiences.
Take a look at our monthly events calendar for our drop-in opportunities.
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Keeping Kids Safe: Our Centre Safety Measures
At the Centre, safety is our top priority, especially for children who may be prone to elopement (running away or leaving a designated area without supervision). We have created a safe space designed to prevent any child from leaving and to provide peace of mind for parents and caregivers.
Secure, Enclosed Play Zones
Our outdoor play area is surrounded by child-safe enclosure and gate to keep children within safe boundaries.
Exit Alerts
We utilize exit alerts that notify us if any exit door is opened.
Soft Padded Mats
Many of our play zones are equipped with soft and rubber padded mats.
Fully Accessible
We are wheelchair-accessible and equipped with a full lift and medical bed.
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Where Play Meets Discovery for Every Sense!
Interactive Sensory Zones are fun areas where children can explore different textures, sounds, lights, and activities. These zones are designed to help kids engage their senses, support learning, and encourage creativity in a safe and playful environment. Perfect for all children, they offer a hands-on experience that stimulates both mind and body.
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Discover the Best Sensory Toys for Kids
When visiting our centre, children can enjoy a wide range of sensory toys, from tactile balls and fidget spinners to squishy toys and sensory kits, we offer a variety of toys that stimulate the senses, promote focus, and encourage creativity.
Here’s a list of the best sensory toys for kids that are highly recommended for stimulating different senses and promoting sensory development:
Large Sensory Wall Busy Board
Tactile Sensory Balls
Kinetic Sand
Sensory Bottles
Textured Sensory Mats
Liquid Motion Bubbler Toys
Playdough
Bubble Machines
Sensory Swing
Fidget Poppers
Textured Sensory Blocks
Light-Up Toys
Interactive Sensory Mats
Sand and Water Tables
Arcade Machine
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Happy Birthday! It's Party Time at RCC!
Celebrate your child's BIRTHDAY and enjoy access to The Sensory Centre during your booking.
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Are you looking for a large space to host classroom field trips?
Choose an educational activity or experiment from our list and give the students a new place to experience while they discover, play and learn.
Call 705-885-5437 to complete your booking and prices. School packages and discounted rates are available. -
Are you looking for a space to host a one time event, or in need of a location to offer workshops, events or after school extracurricular activities ?
We rent our Centre when not in use.
Take a look at our monthly events calendar for availability.
Feel free to contact us for further details.
An Inclusive interactive Play Center to learn and Discover Your Senses.
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Energy zone
Unleash the Fun and Let the Energy Out!
Perfect for children who love to stay active. Get ready to move, jump, and have a blast in our Energy Active Zone—where the fun never stops!
Play games on the interactive game floor and promote physical activity.
Choose from games for all ages that promote social play.Enjoy indoor swinging, balancing and spinning.
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splash zone
Make Splashes in the Indoor Water Play Zone!
Perfect for children of all ages - our Water Splash Zone combines engaging water activities with hands-on water play.
Whether your little one is exploring sensory water tables and boat track, splashing in buckets, or enjoying interactive water toys it is designed to allow kids to play in water when the weather isn’t on your side. -
magic zone
Enjoy a bit of sensory magic in the private snoozelen room!
Our Relaxing Magical Zone promote relaxation and mindfulness, helping children feel refreshed and rejuvenated for their next adventure. It’s the ideal spot for those who need a break in the middle of a busy day of play.
Large 4 foot fish lamp, gentle fibre-optic lighting and interactive colour changing lights add a touch of magic to the space.
Comfortable seating and padded mats where children can sit or lie down comfortably, with cozy blankets promoting relaxation in a safe and cozy environment.
Calming music or soundsto help children relax, blocking out any distracting sounds.
Sensory wall panels and toys for gentle play.
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play zone
Explore, Learn, and Discover Through Sensory Play.
Step into our Sensory Play Zone, where creativity, and discovery come together in a safe, interactive environment designed to engage all of the senses!
The Centre is filled with a variety of tactile, auditory, visual, and movement-based activities that support sensory development and foster imaginative play.
Build with blocks and Lego sets.Popular sensory toys, textured wall panels, stepping floor tiles and stones, bubble maker, ball pit, large busy board and magnetic wall boards, building sets and blocks to design your own world.
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creative zone
Creative Zone for Kids: Spark Imagination and Unleash Creativity!
Let their imaginations soar in our Creative Zone, where every child’s unique ideas are celebrated and encouraged! Designed to inspire young minds, encourage artistic expression and explore their creativity without limits through hands-on activities.
Paint and draw with a variety of art supplies—paints, markers, crayons, and more—on canvases or coloring sheets.
Craft and build: Create unique sculptures, collages, and DIY crafts using materials like clay, paper, fabric, and recyclables.
Dress up and act: With costumes and props, bringing stories to life through role-playing and storytelling. -
nature zone
Outdoor Kids Explorer Zone: Adventure, Play, and Nature Await!
Step outside and let the fun begin in our Outdoor Kids Zone— a gated safe space where children can play or explore and connect with nature. Go for a nature walk in our backyard to observe different textures, sounds, and smells in the nature.
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inclusive sensory Workshops and events
Coming in 2025 - Sensory Workshops and Events: Everyone can Join the Fun!
We are thrilled to be launching our Inclusive Sensory Workshops and Events open to the community. Designed to engage and inspire children of all abilities through hands-on, sensory-rich activities and offers a wonderful opportunity for kids to play, learn, and discover while having fun in a safe and inclusive environment.
Every workshop is designed to offer a fun and sensory-rich experience like:
Hands-on Sensory Play Days
Creative Arts and Crafts
Interactive Storytime
Mindfulness
CelebrationsDon’t miss out! Sign up to secure your spot, and we look forward to seeing you there!
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Our store - clothing & sensory kits
Explore Our Store: #EmbraceRCC our Clothing Collection Everyone in the Family will Like.
Browse our online store now to explore our full clothing line and discover all our unique designs.
Clothing Line Collection: comfort meets designs for everyone - #EmbraceRCC Celebrating Differences: Affirmations Embracing Neurodiversity.
Sensory Kits: promote sensory exploration, and skill development. Filled with toys, tools, and sensory-rich activities. -
welcome to the virtual kid's zone
Welcome to the Kids' Zone: Free Virtual Fun, Activities, Reviews & More!
Whether you're looking for activities to play, new toys to check out, or fun crafts or experiments to make, we've got everything you need to keep the fun going!
Play, learn and discover fun things we’ve got for you online
—Designed by children with children in mind.