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Early Learning Matters Week

Organised by Early Childhood Australia (ECA), Early Learning Matters Week runs this year from 18-24 August and is an opportunity to start and continue meaningful conversations about the importance of early learning in the development and wellbeing of children.


We invite you to join us for a week-long celebration of the incredible journey of early learning and its profound impact on children, families and communities.


How will you advocate for children’s right to play?

Available

CAP Posture Chair

  • Seating

    • Description

    This seat is appropriate for children with a variety of positioning needs. It provides comfort and can help the child to feel more secure and stable. This seat comes with sliders on wheels to move around the environment.

    The seat height is adjusted by increasing or decreasing the length of the legs. Accessories are available to alter seat depth, back angle and lumbar support

    Inclusion Possibilities

    • Assists the educator in providing support for a range of activities

    • Can be used for individual and/or group experiences

    • Can be used as a chair alone, or by extending the inner legs, enabling the child to be at a similar height dependent on experience

    Things to consider

    • Educators should consider how this chair will be used within the care environment to maximise children’s participation in the program and to facilitate peer interaction

    • Educators should consult with therapists and parents about appropriate timeframes when using the chair
    • Educators should consult the operating manual and therapists as needed

    Size Options (must be specified by therapist)

    • Preschool
    • Primary

    Accessories (must be specified by therapist)

    • Head rest
    • Foot rest
    • Pommel
    • Lateral supports
    • Adjustable back
    • Hip guides

    Storage and use

    • This equipment can be used indoors and outdoors in dry areas but must be stored indoors when not in use

    How to request

    • Contact your Inclusion Professional or Inclusion Support QLD

    Other Equipment

    Available

    Movin' Sit Junior

    This triangular wedge-shaped inflatable cushion is designed to promote correct seated posture. The wedge shape is particularly helpful for children who have low muscle tone.

    These cushions are also an effective way to provide children with sensory input whilst they are seated, as the inflatable material allows children to wriggle.

    • Seating
    Movin Sit Junior
    Available

    Special Tomato Soft Touch Sitter

    The Special Tomato Soft-Touch Sitter is a floor-based seat with either a stationary or mobile base.

    It comes in a range of sizes for children who need postural support. The seat has a 5-point harness for stability and safety.


    • Seating
    Special Tomato Soft Touch Floor Sitter
    Available

    CAP T-Stool

    This T-Stool is a height-adjustable stool that can be used to increase a child’s sense of balance, body awareness and postural stability. This may increase their ability to watch, listen, focus and attend.

    • Seating
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