Speech and Communication

Speech, language and communication are a vital part of everyday life. They help children and young people understand the world around them, express their thoughts and feelings, and build relationships with others.

For some children and young people, communication can be more challenging. This might affect how they speak, understand language, interact with others, or express their needs. When these difficulties are not supported, they can impact learning, social development and emotional wellbeing over time.

Here we include advice, resources to help families understand their child’s needs and access the right support at the right time.

Communication Support

Here you will find a range of methods to support communication for children and young people who struggle to express themselves verbally.
Makaton

Makaton uses signs, symbols, and speech to help people with learning or communication difficulties express themselves.
Speech & Language Therapy (SaLT)

Speech therapy is the assessment and treatment of communication problems, speech disorders, and oral-motor/swallowing difficulties.
Music Therapy

Music therapy supports speech by using rhythm and melody to improve communication, articulation, and language development.

Speech and Communication

Communication Support

Makaton

Speech & Language Therapy (SaLT)

Music Therapy