Esplora Interactive Science Centre has always strived to provide a fully accessible visitor experience and the new multisensory room project fully supported by Bank of Valletta p.l.c. will give people with physical, intellectual, emotional or behavioural disabilities an enhanced inclusive experience.
The multisensory room at Esplora was specifically created to offer an immersive experience, tapping into various senses using specialised equipment to provide a calming environment, stimulate mental activity and promote interaction. It is highly beneficial for people with physical, cognitive, and sensory disabilities, using colours, sounds, smells, touch and light.
Our multisensory room is made accessible through hoists and includes specialist sensory equipment which provide optical, acoustic and tactile stimulation. It features a comfortable waterbed which offers relaxing gentle movements, pressure seating which provides comfort and a podium around beautiful bubble columns. It has a state-of-the-art interactive floor projector with multiple scenes and games to encourage movements together with a sound-sensitive ladder lights activity to promote vocal communication and sound creation. The room also comes equipped with hand-held fibre optic lighting, cozy bean bags, ceiling projections, a mirror ball lights display plus calming sounds and gentle scents which creates a beautiful and multi-purpose environment.
Guardians accompanying people benefitting from the multi-sensory room will be able to facilitate the session. As people who know them best, guardians would be able to create the perfect environment and also work on aspects such as communication, interaction and movement as needed. Guardians may also ask their own occupational therapist or professional to accompany them on their visit.
Multi-sensory therapy offers people with physical, intellectual, emotional or behavioural disabilities the opportunity to learn, socialise and enjoy a variety of sensory experiences. Visitors can book their 25 minutes session in the multisensory room at no additional charge by: visiting Esplora reception; calling 23602301; or emailing info@esplora.org.mt. Bookings are on a first come, first served basis.
Additional resources to assist you with your visit can be found here:
Esplora’s Social Story, to prepare you for your visit: https://esplora.org.mt/social-story/
Sensory Friendly Hours, to enjoy Esplora during a quieter time: https://esplora.org.mt/sensory-friendly-hours/
Concession Cards: https://esplora.org.mt/esplora-concession-card/
