A boy stands by a Rifton Adaptive Desk and works in an activity book with his caretaker.
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Adaptive Desk

A height-adjustable, wheelchair accessible desk built for inclusive classrooms and therapy spaces.

A Desk That Adapts to Every Student

An adaptive desk designed to support students of all abilities—comfortably, safely, and with ease.

Whether seated, standing, or using a wheelchair, every student deserves a workspace that works for them. The Rifton Adaptive Desk adjusts in seconds, promoting participation, posture, and independence in any learning environment.

The Rifton Adaptive Desk is a thoughtfully designed, ADA-compliant workspace that supports students of all abilities.

Why Choose an Adaptive Desk

The right desk can transform a student’s ability to engage with their learning. With inclusive design features and tool-free adjustability, this desk supports a range of physical and sensory needs. It empowers children to focus, create, and grow.

This adaptive desk is more than just furniture; it's a tool for inclusive education. Key features include:

  • Wide, wheelchair-accessible frame
  • Sit-to-stand height range (23"–43")
  • Optional 0–50° tilt for better visual and ergonomic access
  • Smooth mobility for flexible classroom use

These features make it an ideal height-adjustable desk for wheelchair users, ensuring accessibility and comfort. Empower every student with this truly adaptive desk that makes learning accessible for all.

Girl standing next to a Rifton Adaptive Desk

Benefits of the Rifton Adaptive Desk

Designed to support diverse needs, this wheelchair computer desk offers

  • Enhanced posture and physical activity through sit-to-stand adjustability
  • Improved visual and ergonomic access with angle adjustment
  • Customized forearm support via adjustable elbow supports for improved upper body positioning
  • Adaptability to dynamic classroom environments with a mobile base

Key Features

Working at a desk is a common part of most students’ days and can be the basis of hours of creative work and play. This desk for students with special needs aims to provide that skill-building experience to every child.

We’ve carefully designed every detail—from anti-tip rollers to the raised desktop edge—to make this desk safe, flexible, and truly adaptive. Use the slides below to learn more about the Adaptive Desk.

  • 1 Base
  • 2 Height adjustment
  • 3 Choice of width
  • 4 Choice of surface colors
  • 5 Tilt
  • 6 Raised edge
  • 7 Device mount clamp adapter
  • 8 Mobility
  • 9 Storage space
  • 10 Anti-tip rollers
  • 11 Elbow supports
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Components

Every component of this ADA-compliant desk is engineered for performance, durability, and ease of use. Whether supporting therapy, academics, or assistive technology, these elements work together to create a highly functional adaptive workspace for individuals with disabilities.

Use the slides below to learn more about the individual components of the Adaptive Desk.

Rifton Adaptive Desk height adjustment
Frame
R252 Rifton Adaptive Desk casters
Base
R254 Rifton Adaptive Desk adjustable tilt
Adjustable tilt
The Rifton Adaptive Desk surface color choices: maple, black and gray
Surface
Rifton Adaptive Desk device mount adapter
Device mount clamp adapter
 R259 Rifton Adaptive Desk slide-on ledge
Slide-on ledge
R255 Rifton Adaptive Desk anti-tip rollers
Anti-tip rollers
R256 Rifton Adaptive Desk side storage box
Side storage box
R257 Rifton Adaptive Desk elbow supports
Elbow supports

Sizes & Dimensions

The Rifton Adaptive Desk offers a large work surface designed specifically to accommodate a wide range of needs. Review the dimensions below to ensure our adaptive desk provides easy access for the user. It should accommodate their wheelchair with enough knee clearance.

The Rifton R240 32"x24" Adaptive Desk R240 32" x 24" Adaptive Desk
Height range :

23 – 43

Build
The Rifton Adaptive Desk R250 40" x 24" Adaptive Desk
Height range :

23 – 43

Build

Product Resources

Get the most from your ADA desk with our downloadable resources:

Black Rifton branded tote bag

Downloads

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