Who is the intervention for?
LEGO Therapy is for students in Years 7 and 8 who are struggling with social interaction, turn-taking, and communication skills.

What does the intervention involve?
During a LEGO Therapy session, three children of similar ages and abilities are brought together to work collaboratively on building a LEGO model. Each child takes on a specific role within the group, such as the Engineer (who reads and interprets the instructions), the Supplier (who finds and passes the necessary pieces), and the Builder (who assembles the model). These roles are rotated during the session, ensuring that all participants practice and develop a range of skills.
The structured format of the activity provides a natural context for promoting social interaction as children must communicate clearly and effectively to complete the task. They practice turn-taking skills by waiting for their turn to contribute and encouraging others to have their turn as well. Through the need to share resources like LEGO bricks or instruction booklets, the session fosters sharing behaviours and helps children understand the importance of cooperation.
The group also engage in collaborative problem-solving, navigating challenges such as locating missing pieces, understanding instructions, or deciding how to fix errors. This encourages participants to listen to each other's ideas, negotiate solutions, and provide support when needed.
LEGO Therapy is particularly effective for children with social communication difficulties, such as those with autism spectrum conditions, as it provides a clear structure, predictable rules, and a shared focus that reduces anxiety while enhancing social skills.

When does the intervention take place?
This intervention takes place during one timetabled lesson for 6 weeks. There are a limited number of slots available as this is dependent on staff and room availability.

If you would like to refer your child for this intervention, please contact us at senco@mountbatten.school