Use of Walkers for Non-Mobile Children in Under 2’s

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Amber Gregg
18/08/2025

EGT has shown interest in being involved in play with similarly aged peers.  Staff are keen to support these interactions in order to spur on E in their journey to walking independently, and feel the walker may assist E in joining in with group experiences while promoting physical movement and independence.

The wooden walker is of a sturdy build, with rubber tracks along the wheels to prevent slipping.

 

  • The walker may fly out too quickly when pushed, causing EGT to fall forwards onto floor and injure themselves.
  • The walker may injure another child’s fingers if pushed over the top of them.
  • The use of the walker by only EGT may cause conflict between the other children, and may result in physical disputes which can result in injury.
  • The walker could become lodged on small items (stones, other toys), and may result in a trip.
  • The walker is only to be used by EGT for the period of time where they are unable to take steps unassisted – once confidence has grown, the walker will be removed from rotation.
  • The walker is only to be used on the artificial grass areas of the garden, with a staff member very close by. It is not to be used on the tarmac on any occasion. If staff find this unmanageable at any stage and the walker is repeatedly moved onto the tarmac by EGT p, it will be removed from rotation.
  • If EGT does not seem keen to cooperate, or is unable to push the walker along safely, it will be removed from rotation.
  • If the walker moves too quickly for safe use, it will be removed from rotation.
  • If the walker has a negative affect on EFT’s physical or emotional development / wellbeing , it will be removed from rotation.
  • EGT’s parents have been consulted on the use of the item, it’s suitability and the potential benefits it can have on her physical development.
  • Increased progress in physical development, and potential for helping EGT to take unassisted steps in future.
  • More independence when moving – able to travel further with less effort / physical strain in body.
  • Able to become more involved in play with similarly aged peers on a more regular basis, and form close bonds with them.