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Simplifying languageThe language we use when we chat is complicated. We don’t mean to, us adults just can’t help saying things in a more difficult way than we need to.There’s an example: I could have said above “Adults use complex language”. Instead of being clear and simple, I said … Read More

Check hearing skillsAttention and listening skills underpin all other areas of communication development. If you have concerns about your child’s listening or language skills, the first recommendation is to take them for a hearing test. Some parents are surprised when children with difficulties listening are assessed as having perfect … Read More

It’s child’s playAs adults, we seem to have little time for ‘play’. It’s what we tell our children to go and do when we’re busy doing more important things like hoovering. We might say in an offhand way that our spouse is just ‘playing’ with a new gadget they … Read More

When learning to communicate, children will make predictable mistakes in both their speech and their language. This is because there are some rules that they have not learnt yet but will grasp these as they grow.What should my child be able to do with speech and language?When your child … Read More

How to tell if your child has a speech, language or communication need?Children develop speech, language and communication skills at different rates, some develop quickly, while others may take longer. You are the expert in your child. You know their likes and dislikes and motivations for communicating with others. … Read More

Brain building happens when you and your little one are interacting with each other. A baby’s brain is wired to grow from birth and during your child’s earliest years, their brain makes 1 million neural connections every single second (NSPCC, 2019). Every time you read aloud to your child … Read More

This week we interview Eleanor, a nursery manager with over 20 years of experience working in nurseries and pre-schools. I was lucky enough to spend half an hour with her, hearing all about her experiences working with pre-school children, and learning some fresh ideas to support communication development along … Read More

Even as adults, toy stores are alluring. Maybe the appeal comes from the flashing lights, the beaming colours and high stacked shelves. Often we are drawn in by the manufacture’s promises and guarantees to help our children develop in EVERY possible way.There are the teethers that promise to promote … Read More

Our Speech and Language Therapists regularly provide you with information, inside knowledge and tips and tricks on how to support your child’s communication skills. Here we are passing the mic over to another professional, Madeleine. Madeleine has worked with speech and language therapists for over ten years as a … Read More