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High Rise offers autism friendly activities one Sunday morning each month at 10am. These are perfect for children and adults with autism or those who would prefer to visit the centre during a quieter time.
Dates for 2023 are:
We offer both autism friendly Clip ‘n Climb and soft play during this time – you can find out more about how these work below. We always recommend pre-booking for these sessions.
We also have a set of ear defenders that you are very welcome to borrow for the duration of your visit (depending on availability) – but you may wish to bring your own.
One Sunday morning per month, during term-time, High Rise goes quiet for our autism friendly Clip ‘n Climb session at 10am. While we always strive to be autism friendly here in High Rise, and our staff have received specialist training on supporting our autistic guests, we know that sometimes just a few small adjustments can make all the difference for someone with autism.
(Please note, the Leap of Faith will not be available during these sessions)
How do the sessions work?
One Sunday morning per month, during term-time, High Rise goes quiet for our autism friendly soft play sessions from 10am-11.30am. While we always strive to be autism friendly here in High Rise, and our staff have received specialist training on working with our autistic guests, we know that sometimes just a few small adjustments can make all the difference for someone with autism.
High Rise has been presented with the prestigious Autism NI Impact Award in recognition of the ways in we support autistic guests and their families, and how we have created an ‘autism accessible environment’.
Photo caption: Christine Kearney, Autism NI presenting Marie Marin, Chief Executive Employers For Childcare with the Autism NI Impact Award on behalf of High Rise.
Keep an eye on our social media channels and News page for updates on any special events and training we organise to support autistic individuals and their families.