Sensory-Friendly Private Play

Your family gets the whole sandbox to yourselves. Sixty calm minutes, lights and sound adjusted to your child, and no crowd. Up to 4 kids plus their grown-ups, here in Aurora.

No diagnosis needed. If a quieter room would help your child, it is for you.

Why Families Choose Private Play

Some kids light up in a busy room. Some kids need the room to themselves first. Private Play is for the second kind: the same giant, silica-free sandbox, with the crowd, the noise, and the pressure taken out.

A safe space to stim

Rocking, humming, flapping, lining up every truck in a row. Your child can self-regulate however they need, with nobody watching and nobody interrupting.

Just your crew

The session is yours alone: up to 4 kids and their caregivers. No crowds, no strangers, and no waiting for a turn on the excavator.

Quieter and softer

Lights and sound are adjustable. You tell us what helps in the pre-session email, and we set the room up before you walk in.

Your child's pace

Sixty minutes with no schedule. Warm up slowly, take a break, come back in. Nobody is waiting on you.

Fewer surprises

A predictable, controlled room means fewer triggers. Kids who find new places hard get to explore on their own terms.

Staff who get it

Our trained staff know how to support kids with sensory differences, and they follow your lead: close by when you want help, out of the way when you don't.

One Price, the Whole Sandbox

Private Play Session

60 Minutes, Just Your Family

$100
60-minute session · up to 4 children + caregivers · primarily Tuesday–Friday, 9 AM–1 PM

  • 60 minutes of private access to our sensory sand environment
  • Up to 4 children plus their caregivers
  • Pre-session email consultation so we can set the room up for your child
  • Adjustable lighting and sound control
  • Trained staff on hand to support your child's needs
  • A quiet sensory break space for snacks and drinks
  • Access to the giant main sandbox too, if your child wants it
  • Comfort items and sensory tools from home are welcome (no glitter, please)

How It Works

1

Pick a time

Sessions are primarily available Tuesday through Friday, 9 AM to 1 PM. Book about a week ahead. Weekend availability is limited, so if you want a Saturday or Sunday, ask early.

2

Tell us about your child

Before your session, we check in by email. Tell us what helps (dimmer lights, less sound, favorite trucks) and what to avoid. We set the room up before you arrive.

3

Come play

Walk into a ready, quiet room. Stay the full hour, take breaks whenever you need them, and come back in when your child is ready.

No diagnosis required, ever. If you think a quieter hour would help your child, that is reason enough.

A Quieter Corner of the Sandbox

Private Play happens in our smaller private sandbox, the same room families book for birthday parties, with the lights and sound set for your child. The giant main sandbox is right next door if your child wants to wander over.

Sensory friendly indoor sandbox designed for private play sessions at The Sand Place
The private sandbox, set and ready
Small sensory friendly sandbox designed for children with autism and sensory sensitivities
Room to dig at your own pace
Quiet indoor sandbox space for sensory friendly play in Aurora, Colorado
Soft light, low sound, no crowd

Private Play FAQ

Who is Private Play for?
Any family who would benefit from a quieter, more controlled room. That includes kids with autism, sensory processing differences, ADHD, anxiety, or any child who simply thrives with fewer distractions. No diagnosis is required, and we never ask for one.
What ages can come?
All ages. We believe play should be open to everyone, so Private Play has no age minimum and no age maximum. Bring the baby, bring the big sibling, bring whoever helps your child feel at home.
How much does it cost, and what's included?
$100 for a 60-minute session for up to 4 children and their caregivers. That covers private access to the sensory sand environment, a pre-session email consultation, trained staff support, adjustable lighting and sound, a quiet break space for snacks and drinks, and access to the main sandbox if your child wants it.
When are sessions available?
Primarily Tuesday through Friday, 9 AM to 1 PM. Weekend availability is limited because the private sandbox is also our birthday party room, and we can only host one event at a time. Hoping for a weekend? Call us that morning at 303-942-1014 and we will tell you if the room is open.
How far ahead should I book?
About a week ahead is ideal. Weekday mornings usually have room, but if you need a specific date, book as early as you can.
Can I bring my child's sensory tools or comfort items?
Yes, please do. Familiar items help kids settle in faster. The one thing we ask you to leave at home is anything with glitter. It never leaves the sand, and we like to keep our sand pristine for every family.
What if my child needs a break during the session?
Step out whenever you need to. Re-entry is allowed during your session, and there is a quiet sensory break space for snacks and drinks.
Do I need to share my child's diagnosis to book?
No, never. You are not required to share any diagnostic information. Tell us only what helps us set up the room for your child.
Is regular open play sensory-friendly too?
Yes. The whole space is built to be sensory-friendly, with silica-free sand, a calm layout, and parent seating right beside the sandbox. If your child does well with other families around, open play is $20 for all-day admission. Private Play is for when a private, quieter hour is the better fit. For help planning a first visit, read our guide to sensory-friendly play in Aurora.

Not Sure Private Play Is the Right Fit?

Open Play

Sensory-Friendly Every Day

$20 all-day admission · siblings $18 and $16

The whole sandbox is built calm: silica-free sand, no screens, no bounce-house chaos, and parent seating right beside the play. Come and go all day with in-and-out re-entry. A great next step once your child is comfortable here.

See Open Play Prices →
Birthdays

A Private Birthday Party

$299 2-hour Private Party Room · up to 24 guests

The same private sandbox, booked for a celebration. Up to 10 kids included, construction hats and toy trucks for every child, and a countertop prep area with a mini fridge for your cake. Active members save $25 to $50.

See Party Packages →

Ready to Party?

Tell us what you’re planning and we’ll reach out as soon as rentals open.