Collin Dunner
CEO“What inspires me most is seeing our work spark curiosity and confidence in kids. Leading Playlearn makes that purpose feel real every day.”
Creating Calm, Connection, and Confidence
We believe everyone deserves access to environments that support growth, comfort, and joy. From classrooms to clinics to living rooms, our sensory tools and spaces are designed to help people regulate, focus, and thrive in ways that feel natural and inviting
Making Everyday Environments More Supportive
We exist to help parents, educators, and professionals create spaces that calm and inspire.
We don’t just sell sensory products. We design solutions that make life easier, learning smoother, and environments more inclusive.
Whether it’s a single fidget or a full sensory room, our focus is always the same: to help people feel safe, seen, and supported.
Our Team
Gabriel Newhouse
COO“Driven by meaningful connections and the chance to help create spaces where kids feel supported. I value collaboration, clarity, and building trust with every partner.”
Hannah Spira
Sensory Room Designer“Creating thoughtful, engaging sensory environments is deeply rewarding. I love bringing warmth, creativity, and purpose to every space I design.”
Maggie Rojas-DeVargas
Sales Consultant“My experience as a special‑needs parent inspires everything I do. I’m grateful for the chance to assist schools, therapy centers & families in creating supportive environments.”
Tony
Sensory Room Project Manager“I love taking a vision and making it real. Bringing sensory rooms to life—piece by piece—knowing they’ll support kids every day is the best part of my job.”
Anna Kopytnik
B2B Marketing Manager“I help schools, therapists, and care teams find sensory equipment they’ll actually love using. Big fan of creative ideas, good vibes, and making sensory support feel easy, approachable, and genuinely helpful.”
Board of Advisors
A.J. Kise, Nazareth School District SPED Director
“A.J. brings over 20 years of leadership in special and alternative education, earning recognition for his work in inclusive education, neurodiversity, and student-centered innovation. An award-winning educator featured in a 2025 C-SPAN documentary, he has presented research and advocacy efforts at the local, state, and federal levels while championing meaningful, measurable change in education.”
Melanie Flynn, Board Member NY State Council for SPED
“Melanie brings more than 23 years of experience in special education, serving in leadership, advocacy, and instructional roles throughout her career. A National Board Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and current Board Member for the New York State Council for Exceptional Children, she is recognized for her commitment to inclusive practices, life skills education, and empowering kids.”
Dr. Marissa Kase, Adjunct Professor Lynn University
“Marissa is a veteran SPED educator in her 10th year teaching in self-contained classrooms. She works autistic children in grades 1–8 and students with emotional-behavioral disabilities, while serving as an adjunct professor in the College of Education, Lynn University. Her student-centered approach and expertise in classroom management have shaped impactful learning environments for diverse learners.”
Dr. Raymond Heipp, Veteran SPED Consultant
“Raymond brings 40+ years of leadership in SPED and program development. A respected administrator, educator, and consultant, he has designed programs for schools, early childhood, mental health, and SPED organizations. An international speaker who has presented in 15+ countries, Raymond is a leader in assistive technology, sensory spaces and inclusive learning.”
How Playlearn Began
Playlearn was founded on the belief that sensory support should be effective, approachable, and thoughtfully designed.
What began with high-quality sensory tools has grown into a full-scale sensory solutions company serving schools, clinics, therapy spaces, and homes across the U.S. and Canada.
Today, we design everything from individual sensory products to fully customized sensory rooms that promote regulation, engagement, inclusion, and calm.
Built by Experts, Inspired by You
- Designed for Real Life Every Playlearn product is created to support daily use in homes, schools, and therapy environments.
- Inclusive by Design We believe sensory support should be available to everyone, regardless of age, ability, or setting.
- Here to Help Our team offers personal guidance, from choosing products to designing complete sensory rooms.
Ready to Create Calm?
Need help figuring out what will work best for your space?
Fill out the form or call 1-888-575-0638 to connect with someone who can guide you through planning and product selection.
Personalized product recommendations for your school
Custom room layouts to simplify planning and speed up approvals
Help navigating budgets, approvals, and POs
“Every sensory room we create is driven by our passion to make learning, movement, and development accessible and enjoyable for every child.”
Collin Dunner
Playlearn Founder
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