Speech & Language Services for Schools in Cumbria & Lancs

At Speechworks I am available to offer a range of services to meet the needs of children with identified SLCN and those who may not typically meet criteria for direct intervention provided by the NHS.

I am available to support your setting on either a short or longer terms basis.

One-off consultations for a particular child.
A short term intensive package of support which may involve assessment and screening and individualised therapy packages.
Substantive support with a focus on meeting the specific needs of your organisation, which may include :
1Close collaboration with teaching staff and parents.
Whole class speech and language screening assessments.
Detailed assessment and information gathering.
Individualised targets and therapy plans.
1:1 therapy sessions.
Group therapy sessions - Both for children with identified speech, language and communication needs and those identified at risk of speech, language and communication difficulties.
Session feedback for both teachers and parents.
Advice on differentiation of language within the curriculum.
Support with the development of a communication friendly language learning environment.
Reports for Annual Review’s, EHCPs and transition.
Onward referrals as appropriate.
Training - I offer bespoke training and/or mentoring programmes designed to meet the specific needs of your staff.

Only a fifth of children with speech, language and communication needs reach the expected levels for the age in both English and Maths at age 11.

Ofsted has highlighted speech, language and communication needs as one of the main barriers to attainment in literacy.

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