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‘ASK ME NOT WHAT I CAN DO FOR CHILDREN WITH CEREBRAL PALSY, BUT ASK ME WHAT THEY CAN LEARN TO DO FOR THEMSELVES’. A.PETO

conductive education


With over 25 years of experience of designing & manufacturing equipment for babies, children & young adults with special needs, Smirthwaite has developed a full range of products specifically designed for Conductive Education.

A wide range of plinths, stools and ladders are suitable for a number of Conductive Education approaches and can assist in tailoring each child’s programme.

All of the wooden products are easy to clean and have anti-microbial properties that ensure surfaces are kept hygienic. With a wide array of handgrabs, handsticks, handrails, mirrors, mats and other accessories available to buy online, Smirthwaite aim to unlock children’s full potential.

conductive education equipment

• An active learning process that aims to improve motor skills & functions (and to integrate them)

• Positive educational philosophy that leads to the development of the individual’s personality

• Facilitates (rather than ‘cures’) the motor disadvantages with the development of problem solving skills

• Focuses on the individual needs within a group environment

• Motivates to achieve goals and progression at an individual’s pace

• Creates a friendly environment for ndividuals and their families to meet with others to share their stories

• Unlocks the full potential of children and adults and prepares them for the next stage in their lives

• Enables for more independent and socially included living

objectives of CE

To discover more visit our new Conductive Education website: www.conductive-ed.org.uk

And to buy our products online visit our Smirthwaite webiste: www.smirthwaite.co.uk

visit www.conductive-ed.org.uk | order online www.smirthwaite.co.uk

Cut-out Quick fix plinth tray

Folding plinth

Stacking plinth

Plinth half coverboards

To meet your child’s needs you can customise your Plinth with a variety of accessories. These are all aimed at supporting your child’s therapy programme.

Our Plinth coverboard or Quick fix plinth tray can easily be placed on to our Plinths to transform it into a table. Available in different sizes and may be used with our Suction handrails and grabs.

Our highly popular Plinths can be used for individual or group work. For areas that are limited in space, our Folding Plinths are ideal for storage. Our Plinths are available in different heights and lenghts and can feature one or two cut-outs.

plinths

Folding & Stacking Plinths technical dataall dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size

LengthWidth

3 421

1070665

1500745

1675840

1830840

plinth accessories

Raise blocks Large 300mm x 250mm

Quick fix plastic mirror Small 250mm x 200mm

Suction hand grabs

Handstick (single or set of 5)

Quick-fix vertical and horizontal handrail


objectives of CE

To view all height options and to buy your Plinth online visit www.smirthwaite.co.uk


High ladder back chair

Low ladder back chair

Wall ladder Floor stepping ladder 2400mm x 500mm

Our High & Low Ladder Back Chairs help to improve concentration and engage your child through a structured therapy programme.

Our range of Ladders can help with balance and coordination. Our Foldable Floor Stepping and Wall Ladders promote independence and our Walking Ladders are designed to assist with standing and walking. Our Ladders and Platforms are ideal for therapy environments and can be used for sitting as well as standing and can be used with our Corner Chairs.

high & low ladder back chairs & ladders

Low Ladder Back chair technical data all dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size

Ladder heightSeat widthSeat depthSeat height1

321

900370340370

750350290330

600300250290

High Ladder Back chair technical data all dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size

Ladder heightSeat widthSeat depthSeat height1

321

1355450425425

1130450400400

900450375375

Wall Ladder technical dataall dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size

HeightWidthRung spacingRung diameter

21

150075010025

12006007522

Ladder & Platform Walking ladder

Ladder technical dataall dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size

HeightWidthRung diameter

321

1500 50019

120050019

90050019

Platform technical dataall dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size

WidthDepth

321

400350

400300

400250

Walking Ladder technical dataall dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size

HeightWidthRung diameter

321

150065025

120060022

90055019

1 Measured from floor to top of seat


Adj. Height Slatted Stool

Round Wheely Stool

Adj. Height Wheely Stool

Adj. Height Box Stool

Assessment Stool (1x 50, 2x 75, 1x 100, 1 x 200mm)

stools

Adj. Height Slatted Stool technical data all dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

270340340410

210260260310

Height max

Height minDepthWidthSize

390390390390

390390560560

1234

Adj. Height Box Stool technical dataall dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Height max

Height minDepthWidthSize

270380

180240

290330

360400

12

Adj. Height Wheely Stool technical data all dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Height min

Height maxDepthWidthSize

4603403704501

Saiza technical table all dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Gas strut type

SizeSeat widthSeat depthSeat angle (˚)Overall height minOverall height maxFootprintOverall weight Max user weight

HighStandard

1440400

Horizontal to 15540740640

10.5kg135kg

1440400

Horizontal to 15605855640

11.5kg135kg

Our range of stools supports children in their daily tasks. Our popular Adjustable Height & Round Wheely Stools and new Saiza Therapy Stool enable therapists, carers and parents to work comfortably on lower levels helping to prevent back injuries.


Saiza Therapy Stool


Independent adjustable footrest w 350 x d 270mm

Interlocking footrest

Shown in the locked position

Interlocking steps handrail

Interlocking footrest

Interlocking steps

Parallel bars

Our Independent Adjustable Footrest is height and angle adjustable, can be used with a variety of chairs and is available in one size.

Our Interlocking Footrest is portable and can be used with a number of seating or therapy products and comes as a set of three. Available in two sizes and can also be used as three single footrests.

Our three Interlocking Steps come complete with a single handrail and can be locked into position. All three steps have the same width (625mm) and depth (370mm). The lower step is at a height of 125mm, the middle step at 250mm and the platform at 375mm.

Our Parallel Bars are height and width adjustable and aim to improve your child’s balance. They are extremely easy to use and adjust.

footrests steps & bars

Interlocking Footrest technical data all dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size 1 2

42030075230

75 - 88 - 100

39034050140

50 - 63 - 75

WidthDepthHeight min Height maxHeights individually

Parallel Bars technical dataall dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size 1 2

2660500820500730

2000360540380600

LengthHeight min Height maxWidth minWidth max


Therapy bolster High end (single) w 500 x h 700mm

Adjustable backrest with pelvic guides

Low end (single) w 500 x h 450mm

Therapy bench Adjustable fem-oral knee blocks (pair)

Our adjustable Therapy Bolster has been specifically designed to assist children who have mobility, neurological or balance difficulties.

Our Therapy Bolster is extremely versatile and can be used just as a roll or built up to have a combination of High ends or Low ends. Simply choose the size of your Therapy Bolster and then, if needed, choose from 2 sizes of ends.

Our popular height and angle adjustable Therapy Bench is designed to assist in a wide range of children’s therapy programmes both at home and school.

Our Adjustable femoral knee blocks, Adjustable backrest and Pelvic guides give extra support to the children when seated. This allows them to focus on developing other skills whilst feeling secure.

therapy bolster therapy bench

Therapy Bolster technical dataall dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size

WidthHeight minHeight maxDiameter

1200350525300

600350525300

654321

1200325500250

600325500250

1200300475200

600300475200

8

Therapy Bench technical dataall dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Size

WidthDepthHeight minHeight max

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

820300280455

820380280455

820325405705

820380405705

680280170270

610300195295

610250195295

Colour range Colour range

800360270400

8


heathfieldHeathfield is the perfect chair for children from 2 years old to young adults who require minimal levels of postural support when seated. It fits well into nursery, school and home environments. To meet the specific needs of your child you can modify the chair with various accessories.

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zoomiZoomi is an innovative and unique seating system which has been designed to grow with your child. There is only one size of Zoomi and it covers an extensive age range, from 4 months all the way up to young adults. You can choose Standard Zoomi chair or Zoomi+ chair which is accompanied by a wide range of accessories.

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