Reach & Match® Inclusive Education System

Where difference is expected, supported and valued.

Reach & Match integrates multisensory toolkits, framework-aligned programming, and professional training into one cohesive, inclusive education system. Designed to support confident implementation and measurable impact across diverse education contexts. 

For early childhood educators, special education practitioners, NGOs, and specialist vision impairment services.

children with educator on the mat Educator and young children using the Reach & Match Inclusive Education System on a colourful sensory mat in a classroom

System overview

The Reach & Match system integrates the multisensory learning kits, a program of play-based activities and professional training.

The Toolkit

Multisensory, tactile system that supports sensory, literacy, social-emotional and motor development

The Program

A research-based inclusive framework grounded in ECC, ECD and global early learning standards

The Training

Practical, hands-on professional learning that builds confidence and strengthens implementation

1. Multisensory toolkits

The toolkit provides tactile, hands-on materials that support diverse developmental and sensory needs, enabling shared participation and accessible learning for all children.

2. Inclusive program of play-based activities

This program shows how the tools are used through inclusive, play-based learning design.

Structured learning progression

Activities are organised around seven learning outcomes, supporting planning, observation and progression over time.

One program, flexible use

The same activities work across whole-class, small-group and individual play, with multiple entry points for different learners and contexts.

Framework-aligned by design

The Activity Book and lesson plans align with EYLF / ECCE, UDL and the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC).

Clear guidance, minimal planning

Includes 40+ activities with videos and lesson plans to support consistent use without added workload.
Group of children participating in an inclusive play-based learning session using Reach & Match materials

3. Training for inclusive practice

Building confidence and implementation fidelity

Reach & Match® training supports educators, therapists, parents and community teams to implement inclusive, multisensory learning in everyday settings.

Grounded in research and shaped through practice across classrooms, early intervention, disability and community contexts, the training focuses on participation, engagement and practical inclusion.

What the training supports

Educator working hands-on with a child using Reach & Match materials during inclusive education training

Core outcomes for children

Inclusive pedagogy in action, grounded in UDL with practical strategies educators can use immediately

Increased engagement and participation aligned with the global ECCE framework

Strengthened sensory, motor and tactile readiness for whole-child development

Communication and early literacy development, including braille readiness

 

Accessible for children with diverse developmental, sensory, motor, physical and vision needs

A joyful, predictable learning environment that increases confidence and independence

How educators and teams use the system

The Reach & Match Inclusive Education System enables educators and practitioners to:
Children and educator engaging with Reach & Match learning materials in a classroom setting

How it works

Educator laying out the Reach & Match mat to set up an inclusive learning space
Step 1

Set up in minutes

Lay out the mat and tiles on the floor or table using your existing learning space.

Educator playing with and observing a young child during a Reach & Match learning activity
Step 2

Play and observe

Facilitate or invite child-led play, noticing how children engage, interact and explore.

Children exploring and adapting Reach & Match activities together in a classroom
Step 3

Learn, adapt, and grow

Adjust activities as children’s confidence and goals evolve—supporting physical, social, literacy and numeracy development.

Trusted and used globally

Developed through postgraduate research and refined over 10+ years of practice

Used across early childhood, special education, early intervention and community settings internationally

Data show gains in school readiness, social interaction, motor engagement and communication, supporting inclusive participation

Implemented with educators, therapists, NGOs and systems supporting children with diverse needs

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