Therapy-Led Learning Hub CIC
The Hub is a calm, sensory‑supportive space for children who find it difficult to thrive in mainstream settings. We provide therapy‑led learning, movement‑based regulation and functional skills development, delivered by a paediatric occupational therapist and sensory integration practitioner. Based in Houghton‑le‑Spring, we support children across Sunderland, County Durham, South Tyneside, Washington, Newcastle and the surrounding areas.
Who the hub supports
The Hub supports children aged 5–16 with sensory processing differences, emotional regulation needs, neurodevelopmental conditions (ASD, ADHD, DCD), anxiety or school‑based trauma, difficulties attending mainstream school, or EHCP requirements for therapy‑led intervention. We work closely with families, schools and local authorities to ensure each child receives the right level of support.
Governance and structure
The Therapy‑Led Learning Hub is delivered by TO-OT Children's Therapy Ltd and governed by a separate Community Interest Company CIC. The CIC oversees the educational and alternative-provision elements, while TOOT provides clinical occupational therapy and sensory-integration services. This structure ensures the Hub meets Alternative Provision standards while maintaining high‑quality therapeutic input.
what the hub offers
Therapeutic learning sessions – small‑group or 1:1 therapy with sensory regulation, movement‑based learning and functional skills.
OT & sensory integration – Evidence‑based OT/SI woven into daily activities.
Alternative Provision – Therapy‑led part‑time or full‑time placements for children unable to attend mainstream school.
Section 19 provision – Education and therapy for children medically or emotionally unable to attend school.
Functional skills – Support with routines, independence, motor skills and executive functioning.
Emotional & sensory regulation – Sensory diets, movement breaks and regulation strategies.
Multi‑agency collaboration – Ongoing communication with schools, social workers and SEN teams.
placement option & referral routes
Therapeutic Learning Hub Sessions: 60- or 90-minute sessions • Small‑group learning • 1:1 therapy‑led sessions
Half‑Day & Full‑Day Hub Half‑day (3 hours) • Full‑day (6 hours)
Alternative Provision (AP) Part‑time (2–3 days/week) • Full‑time (4–5 days/week) Therapy‑led curriculum • Sensory‑based learning • EHCP Section F delivery
Section 19 Provision: Daily therapeutic learning • Regulation support • Suitable education • Multi‑agency involvement
Referral routes - Parents and carers • Schools • Local Authorities • Social workers • Adoption Support Fund • Multi‑agency teams. A short consultation call is available to discuss suitability.