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Smirthwaite

Trusted paediatric designer & manufacturer with 40 years' experience

02/09/2026

Back to School with the Right Support 🎒

A new school year brings new routines, new spaces, and new opportunities to thrive — and the right seating makes all the difference in helping every child settle in, stay comfortable, and engage fully.

🌟 Asiento — Our modular specialist seating system is built for children, teenagers, and adults with moderate to complex needs. With a durable central column, optional dynamic back for sensory feedback, and a choice of contoured, ramped, or flat cushions, the Asiento adapts to each child's individual postural requirements — helping them focus and participate with confidence throughout the school day.

🌟 Hardrock Chair — Specifically designed for children and adults who require a robust, heavy-duty seating solution. Built to withstand continuous rocking and challenging behaviour while providing stable postural support, the Hardrock offers exceptional strength and safety to keep pupils comfortable, secure, and ready to learn.

Whatever level of support a child needs this term, our range is here to help them sit well, learn well, and feel included. 💗

18/08/2026

Back to School, Fully Supported! 🎒✏️

As classrooms prepare for a new school year, ensuring every student has the right tools for active participation and focus is more important than ever. We are excited to introduce two new Smirthwaite USA School Bundle Packs designed to enhance classroom engagement—now with 10% off!

• School Participation & Engagement Bundle: Promote upright, active inclusion during daily lessons. Pair any size Heathfield Chair with one of our specialized standers (Buddy or Star) to receive 10% off the bundle.

• School Activity Bundle: Create the ultimate focused workspace. Pair any size Brookfield Chair with a Study Desk or Corner Chair to receive 10% off the bundle.
Give your students the clinical, postural support they need to thrive this school year.

👉 Ready to build your bundle? Contact your local US Territory Sales Manager or visit our website to claim your 10% discount!

12/08/2026

The wait is over—our brand-new digital home is live! 🌐✨

We are thrilled to launch the fully redesigned smirthwaite.co.uk and smirthwaite.com, built from the ground up to unite our global community under one seamless platform. Whether you are prescribing clinical equipment, supporting families, or delivering care, our new site is crafted entirely around how you work.

Here is what you can explore today:

🔒 Dedicated Distributor Portal: Authorised partners can now access a secure, self-service hub to download technical datasheets, brochures, high-res imagery, and marketing assets instantly.

🤝 Clinical & Therapist-Centred Navigation: Spend less time searching and more time supporting. Easily navigate our complete range based on clinical needs, sizing guides, and technical specifications.

🌐 Unified Global Hub: A single .com destination with a seamless, one-click region toggle for our international and US partners, making localized resources and product ranges easier to access than ever.

Step inside and explore the new experience today.

10/08/2026

ringing Postural Care to Life: Showcase & Brunch 'N' Learn with NELFT

Last week Chris Statham had the pleasure of hosting a hands-on Smirthwaite Showcase & Brunch 'N' Learn session for the wonderful Havering Paediatric Community Occupational Therapy team at North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT), hosted at The Acorn Centre in Romford.

It was a fantastic, productive morning filled with insightful discussions, product demos, and hands-on testing! ☕✨

Key Highlights from the Session: 🔑
🙌 Hands-on Demonstrations: The team got up close with a wide selection of our postural seating range, including our Heathfield, Juni (Hi Lo), Brookfield, Strato, Hardrock, Indigo, Corner Chair, Combi Potty Chair, and Sunni Canteen Chair.
🔍 Product Comparisons: OTs had the opportunity to compare features side-by-side, including reviewing our Samba chair to see how it fits their specific clinical needs.
💡 Interactive Learning: Seeing the OTs get hands-on with the Indigo demonstrated the practical value of tailored seating solutions in clinical practice.

A special thank you 🙏 to Paulraj Resori Shermila (Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist) and the entire OT team - Lydia Pulle, Christina Daffi, Mariamamal Abdullah, Maria Saeed, and Halimat Oloyede - for their time, enthusiastic engagement, and warm welcome! 💚

💬 "Many thanks for coming today and providing that training. We look forward to your next session with the Asiento."

We are already looking forward to our next session focused on the Asiento! 🚀

📩 Interested in booking a Showcase or Lunch 'N' Learn session for your team? Get in touch with us to discover how our equipment can support your clinical practice.

04/08/2026

We recently spent a wonderful afternoon with the team at Vranch House School and Centre for a dedicated paediatric photo shoot! ☀️📸

It was great connecting with Chloe Moore and the rest of the team while capturing some fantastic behind-the-scenes moments. The young people had a blast trying out our Hardrock, Juni, and Samba seating systems - and our Smirthwaite stars were a big favourite! ⭐🌟

Wishing all our partners, families, and healthcare professionals a wonderful summer break.

30/07/2026

Bright, versatile, and designed for supportive everyday sitting! 🪑✨

The Juni chair is a favourite in classrooms, therapy spaces, and homes around the world. Designed to encourage active, upright posture, it offers adjustable seat height, depth, and angle to adapt seamlessly as a child grows.

Whether for schoolwork, mealtime, or play, the Juni provides the stability children need to engage comfortably with the world around them. 🌟

💡 Interested in trying the Juni? Contact our team today to arrange a trial or assessment with your local product specialist.

Vranch House School and Centre

21/07/2026

Meet the Strato Chair by Smirthwaite – the smart, adaptable special needs classroom chair designed to empower independence and support posture! 🎒✨

Created for children and young people (from 2 years to young adults) who can transfer independently but require minimal to moderate postural support, the Strato is ideal for students with weakness or motor malfunction of the lower limbs or trunk - including those with hemiplegia, diplegia, or other forms of paraplegia.

Why classrooms love it:
🔹 Tool-Free Adjustments: Easily adapt the seat, lumbar prompt, armrests, and footrest on the fly.
🔹 Unique 'Straddle' Design: The contoured seat tilts forward to encourage proper pelvic stability, trunk alignment, and enhanced function.
🔹 Versatile Mobility: Lightweight manoeuvrability makes moving between classrooms and different desk heights effortless.
🔹 Electric Hi-Lo Option: Available for sizes 3–5 for smooth, stress-free height transitions at the push of a button.

Help students find comfort, focus, and stability all day long.

👉 Learn more and explore sizing options: https://www.smirthwaite.co.uk/product/strato/

16/07/2026

Behind the scenes at Smirthwaite, our new digital home is almost here! We are putting the finishing touches on a digital transformation designed to unite our global community under one sleek roof at smirthwaite.com. In just a few weeks, we are flipping the switch on a completely modernised experience built entirely around how you work.

What’s heading your way?

🔒 All-In-One Distributor Portal: Sourcing assets is about to get a whole lot easier. Authorised partners will have secure access to a centralised self-service resource hub to download brochures, technical datasheets, high-res product imagery —all in one place.

🤝 Carer & Therapist-Focused Navigation: No more clicking through fragmented pages. Enjoy intuitive navigation built entirely around your busy day and the complex clinical needs of the children you support.

🌐 Global Accessibility: One sleek, central .com destination for our UK and international communities, featuring a seamless, one-click region toggle to access our dedicated US platform. Sourcing localised product ranges, clinical sizing tables, and regional support has never been easier.

The countdown is officially on! COMING SOON. 📢🚀

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14/07/2026

🚗 Safety, Comfort, and Peace of Mind on Every Journey

We’re proud to introduce Smirthwaite's Paediatric Car Seat Range, detailed in our new "Transportation by Smirthwaite" flyer.

By combining cutting-edge ergonomics, rigorous crash testing, and clinical insights, our three flagship models offer complete security on the road and total confidence for carers.

The Flagship Range:
🌟 SIMON | Postural Management & Stabilization
✔️ Best For: High-level physical positioning and custom adjustments.
✔️ Highlights: UNECE R129/03 compliant, integrated swivel and tilt-in-space base, grows with the child (100–150cm), and features a calming "SOUND" system with headrest speakers.

🔄 Qai | Flexible Positioning & 360° Convenience
✔️ Best For: Seamless vehicle transfers and multi-facing growth tracking.
✔️ Highlights: Tested through 40+ crash tests (ECER129/04 S), 360° rotatable base to reduce carer strain, rearward and forward-facing options, and an adjustable footrest.

🛡️ Voyager | Behavioural & Postural Harmony
✔️ Best For: Children with autism, sensory differences, or specialized behavioural needs.
✔️ Highlights: Distributed by Smirthwaite (built by In Car Safety Centre) for kids up to 36kg, escape-proof 5-point harness with a specialized chest clip, customizable comfort padding, and Motability Scheme Approved.

📞 Contact Us
Find the perfect fit for your family or clinical needs:
+44 (0) 1626 835552 | [email protected] | smirthwaite.co.uk
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Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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