Our services
Conductive Education
Conductive Education is a unique system specifically designed for people with movement disorders.
Within Conductive Education we believe that everyone has potential to learn. For children who are hitting the age appropriate milestones of development at the correct times learning these skills is automatic; they do not need to be broken down. However, for children with cerebral palsy and other motor delay conditions, skills need to be taught until they can also become automatic.
As Conductors, we look at the potential of these children and look at the next stage of learning. No step is too big or too small; from gaining head control to being able to take their first independent steps, we work with the child on their exciting journey to successful development; motivating them to work towards their never-ending new level of potential.
The same is said for adults with neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Brain Injury and adult Cerebral Palsy. For adults who have lost skills due to a form of brain damage we work with them, one step at a time, to start to regain the independence that has been lost. We break down different every day skills to teach the ‘hows’ and then build the skills back while ensuring learning has taken place.
We use a variety of different tools to do this, each tool is unique to the different conditions. Due to our extensive knowledge of adult movement disorders we are able to offer relevant advice and support, while encouraging active movement and progression.
Arrange an initial consultation →Your first steps
What you can expect.
Upon contact our Conductor will get in touch with you to arrange an initial consultation, no-obligation and free of charge. This would be around an hour long and will require you to complete a few physical tasks in order for us to properly assess you. After your Initial Consultation with us you will receive a full written report which will detail our observations and also the generic and individual aims we believe would be beneficial for you to work towards.
These aims are dynamic and will change as you progress with us.
You will then be offered a six week programme which will include at least one weekly session. After these six weeks we will meet to discuss your progress and decide together how we can move further along towards your long term goals. These conversations are based around YOU and your needs. They provide a safe space for you to be seen and heard, and your preferences will always be listened to.
Conductive Education works around a relationship of trust and respect which is based upon open conversation, belief, guidance, feedback and growth.
Who we support
Explore Conductive Education.
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy normally occurs when there is damage to the brain either during or just after birth. This damage can range from child to child from very severe to very mild. The type and severity of the Cerebral Palsy will depend on the part and extent of the brain damage.
Find out more →Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s is caused by a lack of dopamine in the brain. This happens when some of the cells in the brain that produce the chemical dopamine start to die and are unfortunately lost over time. Parkinson’s is one of the fastest growing neurological disorders in the UK. It affects each person differently, but people will often share a number of generic symptoms such as a tremor, slowness of movement and stiffness.
Find out more →Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects nerves in the brain and spinal cord, causing a wide range of symptoms including problems with muscle movement, balance and vision. In many cases, it is possible to help treat symptoms through Conductive Education.
Find out more →Stroke
A stroke can have a very sudden and devastating impact on someone’s life. We recognise the hopelessness a stroke can cause. We are able to come alongside you, not only in a supportive way but also to enable you to regain levels of independence and movement.
Find out more →Dyspraxia
Dyspraxia is often misunderstood and therefore often goes undiagnosed. However, we are seeing more and more children showing the signs of dyspraxia in our school systems. These symptoms include clumsiness, poor fine and gross motor skills, an inability to sit still, a lack of concentration skills and poor communication. Within the school environment this can be a major blockage in the average classroom setting. We see many children fall behind in mainstream without an understanding why.
Find out more →Genetic Conditions
Here at Naomi’s Garden we have several children who attend our services who have genetic and chromosome conditions. Each different condition has its own symptoms and affects children very differently.
Find out more →Movement Disorders
Naomi’s Garden runs sessions for children and adults with movement disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis and Dyspraxia. We also run sessions for Stroke Survivors, children with hypermobility and genetic and chromosome disorders too.
Find out more →“Before my son started having CE with Sarah he had no way of moving around. He can now navigate his way around the room. This has given him freedom, and the chance to get up to serious mischief!”
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