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Speech and Language UK

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With the #GeneralElection confirmed, all parties MUST commit to delivering for the 1 in 5 children struggling with talking and understanding words. Here's what they need to do to ensure all children receive the support they deserve⬇️

Our manifesto for the next general election

Speech, language and communication skills need to be a priority for all political parties this general election. Read our manifesto here

speechandlanguage.org.uk

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Speech and Language UK

@SpeechAndLangUK

1 year

We welcome @KensingtonRoyal @Earlychildhood campaign which aims to raise awareness of the importance of early childhood. There are currently 1.7 million children facing challenges talking and understanding words and we hope #SpeechandLanguage will feature as part of the campaign.

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2 years

This #DLDAwarenessDay , we're pleased to premiere Darcie's Story. Watch now: ▶ Please help raise awareness by sharing using the hashtag #2in30 #2in30 #DevelopmentalLanguageDisorder #DevLangDis #DLD

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9 months

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨 A shocking rise in speech and language challenges! Today, we launch our new report, Listening to unheard children. 1.9 million children are now struggling with talking and understanding words. Read our report👇 #UnheardChildren

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@SpeechAndLangUK

1 year

We are pleased to see the launch of the #ShapingUs video from @earlychildhood this morning. 1.7 million children have challenges with talking and understanding words and we hope that speech and language will be part of this campaign.

Shaping Us

Shaping Us, a campaign led by The Princess of Wales, aims to raise awareness of the critical importance of early childhood in shaping the adults we become.

shapingus.centreforearlychildhood.org

The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood

@Earlychildhood

1 year

Today, we're launching our new #ShapingUs campaign to highlight the importance of early childhood. Watch this video to find out how and why our early childhood shapes the adults we become.

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A huge congratulations to Maisie Sly and the whole of the cast and crew behind 'The Silent Child' for winning an Oscar and raising awareness of sign language.

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@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

We’re really pleased the Duchess of Cambridge has launched the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood today. It is so important that children get help with speech and using language early. #BigChangeStartsSmall

Home - Centre for Early Childhood

Centre for Early Childhood. Big change starts small We’re on a mission to transform society through early childhood.

centreforearlychildhood.org

The Prince and Princess of Wales

@KensingtonRoyal

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Today I’m proud to be launching The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood — let’s embrace this golden opportunity to create a happier, more mentally healthy and more nurturing society.

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📰Big news! Introducing our new report. Impact of Covid on children’s speaking and understanding. Spread the word #SpeakUpForCovidGen . >>

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

As children are learning to talk, their sound system develops gradually. This means that they cannot say all their sounds straight away, as some are later to develop than others. For more info check out our Speech Sounds #FactSheet :

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

The connection between language and mental health is one that cuts across many aspects of a child’s life – see how one can affect the other in our #FactSheet

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@SpeechAndLangUK

2 years

📢 I CAN is now Speech and Language UK! Introducing our new brand... 👉Find out more:

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@SpeechAndLangUK

7 months

Today's @Earlychildhood #ShapingUs symposium shows how important the #earlyyears are for children’s futures. The Government must invest in tools and training for #earlyyears professionals so they can spot and support the 1 in 5 children with speech and language challenges.

The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood

@Earlychildhood

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We're delighted to announce our first ever #ShapingUs Symposium! The event, hosted by The Princess of Wales, will bring together cross-disciplinary leaders, child and adult specialists, and global thinkers for the first time. Find out more:

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@SpeechAndLangUK

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Children with Developmental Language Disorder ( #DLD ) often struggle at school. They won’t just ‘pick up’ language; they will need to be taught language skills in a special way. How to identify and support children with DLD - #FactSheet :

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@SpeechAndLangUK

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Today is #DLDAwarenessDay , an annual event to raise awareness of Developmental Language Disorder. Find out how you can support children in your classroom: #ThinkLanguage #ThinkDLD @RADLDcam

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@SpeechAndLangUK

5 years

Two thirds of children at risk of being excluded from school have language difficulties. Watch Jake's story of how #DevLangDis impacted his behaviour in school and difference speech and language therapy made: @RADLDcam #DLDYouAndMe

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@SpeechAndLangUK

7 months

We are really proud to be a delivery partner of the @EarlyYearsPDP . Tools and training for #EarlyYears professionals so they can spot and support the 1.9 million children with speech and language challenges is vital. #ShapingUs

Early Years Professional Development Programme

@EarlyYearsPDP

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Important words from HRH The Princess of Wales: "Healthy development of these core skills is not inevitable – they must be nurtured from our earliest moments of life. The foundations for these skills are laid in early childhood, between pregnancy and the age of five." #ShapingUs

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A recent NHS study found that children with a mental health disorder were five times more likely to have speech or language problems. Yet communication difficulties are often unidentified and unaddressed. #SpeakupforSLCN on #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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@SpeechAndLangUK

5 years

Young people with language difficulties are at high risk of developing social, emotional and mental health difficulties. Yet access to speech and language therapy is a postcode lottery. #SpeakupforSLCN because early support is crucial. #WorldMentalHealthDay

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

Currently, children with #DLD tend to be seen as “lower ability” or wilfully naughty. Neither are true. Misbehaviour can actually be a sign of a language disorder. Listen to @lilacCourt on the @tes #podcast :

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@SpeechAndLangUK

1 year

Darcie has a hidden disability that affects almost every aspect of her life. Watch Darcie's story 👇 Like and share to help raise awareness of Developmental Language Disorder ( #DLD ), a condition that affects #2in30 children.

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@SpeechAndLangUK

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Children’s speech and language challenges are in the letters page of the Financial Times today. We’ve got to keep speaking up about the 1.7 million children who need more help. 1/

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

60% of young offenders in England have been found to have #SLCN . With the right intervention, could this have been prevented? #Bercow10

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@SpeechAndLangUK

2 years

Read all about it! 👇 Our CEO Jane Harris spoke to @BBCNews about the impact of Covid on children’s talking and understanding of words. #YoungFutures

Child speech delays increase following lockdowns

Pupils needing language support rises by 10% in post-pandemic school starters, BBC analysis finds.

www.bbc.co.uk

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@SpeechAndLangUK

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Friday 16th Oct. is International DLD Awareness Day. DLD or Developmental Language Disorder, is when a child or adult has persistent difficulties talking and/or understanding language. DLD is estimated to affect 7.5% of children #DevLangDis #DLDSeeMe

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@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

Your baby may not understand yet, but the more you talk together, the more opportunity you give to her to learn #hungrylittleminds

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@SpeechAndLangUK

7 years

Stages of Speech and Language development! #SLCN @Place2Be

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@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

We are delighted to extend our offer of training to #earlyyears SENCos, managers & practitioners supporting children with SLCN in early years settings. Training is now available throughout April and May and is provided at two levels, core and in-depth.

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@SpeechAndLangUK

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Vocabulary at age 5 predicts outcomes into adulthood. Great to see early language is the focus for DfE early years peer review programme announced last week. Check out #Bercow10 resources to see how your service measures up?

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@SpeechAndLangUK

4 years

Thanks to everyone who attended our #secondaryteachers #DLD webinar yesterday. Below is a wordcloud on how secondary teachers described students with #DLD as presenting in the classroom during the webinar which you can view 👇 #dldseeme #DevlangDis #SLCN

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

Developing a good vocabulary (knowing and understanding words) is so important for children when they are learning to talk, yet learning new words can be tricky. Check out our factsheet ‘Teaching Children New Words’:

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

On Tuesday 20 March 2018, @ICANcharity and @RCSLT will launch Bercow: Ten Years On, an uncompromising review of support for children with SLCN in England. We need your support to get our findings out there. Join our #Thunderclap here: #Bercow10

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@SpeechAndLangUK

5 years

In recent weeks, its been found that young parents are singing lullabies to their children less and less! Singing to your children is a fantastic way to develop their speech and language development, don’t let this great tradition go away!

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@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

We were very saddened to learn of the recent death of Professor James Law, OBE. James was such a big part of the world of speech, language and communication needs and made a massive contribution to the field. He will be much missed by everyone at I CAN.

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"Early identification is a well-evidenced, cost-effective approach shown to result in longer term economic benefits, yet too many children are being missed." Get the full picture: #Bercow10

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@SpeechAndLangUK

5 years

A shocking 50% of children with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) are not even identified in primary school. @ICANcharity & @ @RCSLT want @educationgovuk to fund training for school staff to intervene. #SpeakUpForSLCN #Bercow10

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@SpeechAndLangUK

4 years

We've increased capacity for our Developmental Language Disorder ( #DLD ) webinar so that more #secondaryteachers can attend our next week's 'Introduction to #DLD for mainstream secondary teachers' Tuesday 10th Nov 4pm -5:30pm. Teachers can sign up here 👇

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#2in30 children have Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), yet most people don't know about it. This #DLDday , watch and share Darcie's story, help us raise awareness and support children living with DLD👇

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1 year

Have you heard of Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)? It’s a lifelong hidden disability that affects 2 in 30 children, but most people don’t know about it. 🌟Louisa Reeves, our Director of Policy and Evidence, spoke to @bbcthp about #DLD . Read here:

Developmental Language Disorder / DLD: What is DLD and how can I tell if my child has DLD?

Around 1 in 14 children are affected by Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). But what is DLD and how can you spot the signs your child has it?

www.bbc.co.uk

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

Children who have behavioural, emotional & social difficulties may have #SLCN that nobody has identified. This is a great campaign from some students trying to change the conversation #EducationNotExclusion

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

Massive congratulations to @LostVoiceGuy for winning @BGT and raising the profile of those who struggle to communicate.

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@SpeechAndLangUK

8 years

With young children, imitate their words to show you're valuing them. This encourages them to keep talking #TalkTip

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

This is a fantastic initiative from @CBeebiesHQ - so many children with #SLCN communicate through Makaton sign-language. Having children's programmes that can directly communicate with them is a great step forward!

CBeebies Grown-Ups 🎉

@CBeebiesHQ

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“Our family learned Makaton to be able to communicate with our son Henry. We're sad Henry isn't here to see it but we're happy other families will get to enjoy a story told in Makaton.” ❤️ @robdelaney reads & signs Ten In The Bed on 16th Nov. @MakatonCharity #CiN

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2 years

We've come together with the Oracy All Party Parliamentary Group and the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists to publish a Policy Position Statement on the centrality of spoken language to developing literacy and numeracy skills. Read more:

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

“The most important factor in reaching the expected levels in English and maths aged 7 is children’s language skills when they are 5. This is greater than the link to poverty or parental education.” @ICANcharity CEO Bob Reitemeier in Tes : #Bercow10

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4 years

We've increased capacity for our first Developmental Language Disorder ( #DLD ) webinar so that more #primaryteachers can join us on Tuesday 3rd Nov 4-5:30pm for our 'Introduction to #DLD for mainstream primary teachers' Primary teachers can sign up here 👇

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@SpeechAndLangUK

8 years

Bid on these exquisite earrings designed for Eva Green in Casino Royal #ICANAuction @sophieharleyuk

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@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

Until the end of March, we're running free #SLCN webinars to help #earlyyears practitioners at all levels to keep on learning and developing new skills and strategies to help children communicate. Training is provided at two levels – core and in-depth #cpd

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@SpeechAndLangUK

1 year

Ellen is one of the 2 in 30 children amongst every classroom in the UK who has Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). For our #YoungFutures event she spoke about her experience and shared an incredible poem that she has written 👇

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

Follow our live-tweet updates tomorrow morning from 9:30am as MPs are set to debate Speech, language and communication support for children. Live-stream will be available from: #Bercow10 #SLCN @RCSLTpolicy

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@SpeechAndLangUK

2 years

In case you missed it... On Friday we premiered Darcie's Story, a new video about #DevelopmentalLanguageDisorder ( #DLD ). #2in30 children have DLD like Darcie. Help us raise awareness by sharing this video today. 🙌 #EdChat #EdLeadership #Learning

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@SpeechAndLangUK

5 years

**NEW REPORT** Bercow: Ten Years On - 1st Anniversary Update The wait is over! A year after the launch of #Bercow10 we & @RCSLTpolicy are delighted to publish our First Anniversary Update. Help us #speakupforcommunication ! Read it here: (1/4)

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@SpeechAndLangUK

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"Just one in four people recognise the specific importance of the first five years of a child’s life." The Duchess of Cambridge speaks out about the importance of #EarlyYears today with #5BigInsights from the biggest ever early years study

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We must give mainstream schools the ability and support to take in children with #SEND or #SLCN . Every child with communication difficulties deserves to choose the school that’s right for them

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

We are THRILLED to have the support of @Chris_Stark & @scott_mills for #Bercow10 - helping children with #SLCN should be everyone’s priority! We’re so pleased to have them on board!

UoM Speech and Language Therapy Society

@UoMSLTSoc

6 years

@scott_mills and @Chris_Stark we're also at @ManchesterSU today! Thank you for listening to why we feel speech and language therapy is so important! #Bercow10 #SLT #bercowrelay @RCSLT @NWestRCSLTHub @FBMH_UoM @ICANcharity

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@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

Have you seen our new free DLD resource? Created in conjunction with @WholeSchoolSEND @nasen_org this guide is designed to help every teacher support children and young people with Developmental Language Disorder ( #DLD ) in mainstream schools! #edutwitter

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@SpeechAndLangUK

1 year

We're delighted to be working with @bbcthp for a very special Facebook Live this Thursday! Let's support more of the 1.7 million children who struggle with talking and understanding words. Register below ☟

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

45% of young people referred to mental health services have underlying communication difficulties, often unidentified. Early identification of communication difficulties in children with mental health needs is crucial: #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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@SpeechAndLangUK

5 years

Last week, @educationgovuk announced a £6.5m plan to tackle the early language gap. Health visitors will be trained to identify the early signs of poor communication in children. This continues the great work of our #Bercow10 Report. See more here:

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@SpeechAndLangUK

5 years

Check out this talented musician from Dawn House School! Let's hope this video 'drums up' some more support, today on International Developmental Language Disorder Day #DevLangDis #DLDYouandme #RADLD

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

Children in #Liverpool are being offered free haircuts this half-term. There’s only one condition – they have to tell their barber a tale.

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6 years

Amazing news alert... @SilentChildFilm is being aired tomorrow night at 7:40 pm on @BBCOne Please support this amazing #Oscar winning film by @RachelShenton and @overton54

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@SpeechAndLangUK

8 years

Our Ambassador @kategarraway supports her children's communication skills with reading #WBD

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@SpeechAndLangUK

7 years

This brilliant video is now 6 years old, but still incredibly relevant to today. Please watch and share:

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@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

Due to overwhelming demand, we’re hosting another #DevLangDis #DLD webinar for #primaryschool teachers in mainstream settings so we can reach as many educators as possible. Our new FREE webinar takes place Thursday 18th March from 4 – 5:30pm #SLCN #SEND

Building effective practice to support students with DLD - Primary School

Building effective practice to support students with Developmental Language Disorder - for primary school teachers (intermediate level)

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@SpeechAndLangUK

7 years

We have listed our #Top10Toys for the development of communication skills in this useful #FactSheet :

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@SpeechAndLangUK

2 years

Recently we tweeted about spoken language when developing children’s literacy and numeracy. Children ‘speak’ in lots of different ways, with many using AAC and other ways of communicating. We are committed to supporting all children to make sure their voice is heard...

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4 years

#TinyHappyPeople has officially launched in the UK! They are here to support you with activity ideas and suggested weekly schedules that will get your little one babbling and chatting from day one. Find out more at:

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Speech, language and communication are vital skills linked with many different areas including mental health. A 2015 poll revealed that for 47% of parents surveyed the main concern was for their children's emotional wellbeing. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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'A GCSE in British Sign Language ( #BSL ) could be introduced in the UK before the next general election following a campaign by a deaf schoolboy.':

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11 months

More coverage in this weekend’s papers about children’s speech and language challenges. We know from our own research that there are 1.7 million children struggling in the UK. We have to do more to help them.

Children born in pandemic have poorer communication skills, study finds

Researchers conclude lockdown babies are lagging behind after limited interaction during Covid restrictions

www.theguardian.com

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@SpeechAndLangUK

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It’s Bob Reitemeier’s last day as @ICANcharity CEO before he retires! Bob helped produce state of the nation report on speech, language & communication services 'Bercow: Ten Years On' in partnership with the @RCSLT

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Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a lifelong condition affecting 2 children in every average classroom of 30. Today, we launch a new vision for the future with our friends at @Afasic , @NAPLIC and @RCSLT alongside people with DLD. Read more 👇

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A child’s vocabulary at 5 years can help us predict their abilities by 11. "Teaching children new words" #FactSheet :

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Children with SLI won’t just ‘pick up’ language; they will need to be taught language skills in a specific way

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@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

We are delighted to announce the appointment of @Jane_Harris77 as our new Chief Executive from the 1st of April 2021!

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@SpeechAndLangUK

7 years

#12DaysofChristmas countdown SEVEN - Younger children take longer to process language, so remember, pauses are important!

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@SpeechAndLangUK

7 years

Download a free copy of our Stages of Speech and Language Development poster to check the progress of your child:

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6 years

Parents of children who can’t communicate need support, not criticism.

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3 years

Are you an education professional looking to improve your knowledge about the development of children's speaking and understanding skills? Start by taking our FREE online CPD short course 👩‍🏫

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Have you heard about our 4 free intermediate level webinars happening in the Spring term of 2021? Our 'Building effective practice to support students with #DLD #devlangdis for Primary School Teachers' webinar runs on Tues 23rd February from 4pm - 5:30pm👩‍💻

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We are SO excited for tomorrow's @BBCRadio4 documentary 'Why Can’t Our Children Talk?', exploring all things children's communication. I CAN's @lreeves_louisa spoke to Kim Normanton & visited one of our Tots Talking pilots in SouthMead Tune in at 11AM!

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Developmental Language Disorder is 7 times more prevalent than autism in the classroom. #DLD123 @RADLDcam

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AND to top it all off we also have the brilliant @gregjames from @BBCR1 supporting #Bercow10 too! A massive thanks to Greg & to @UoMSLTSoc for helping spread the word about helping every child with #SLCN have the best life chances possible!

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7 years

Great news! A focus on vocab (vital for later academic success) to be included in the Early Years Foundation Stage:

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3 years

Have you seen our latest Developmental Language Disorder webinar for primary school teachers? You can view it here #SLCN #DLD #communication #language

DLD Webinar Series - Primary School Teachers

After watching this webinar, you should: • Understand what DLD is (and what it isn’t) • Know the numbers – how many children are affected •…

vimeo.com

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Interaction with parents or carers is essential for early language development but interaction with other babies may also be important for encouraging babbling, in fact they actually prefer it! Check out this new research via @ConversationUK :

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8 years

Meet @rodstewart at his London concert on 26th November! @rodstewartfc #ICANAuction

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3 years

Liz Wood, I CAN Speech and Language Advisor, will be speaking on "Developing a Strong Language Provision for All Children in your Setting" on 17th January as part of a free online event hosted by University of Bristol's School of Education. Find out more:

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We are EXTREMELY excited to announce the launch of our new project #SoundCommunities with @Creative_fut , which explores the interesting link between music and speech, language and communication and shares amazing tips for early years. Read more here:

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5 years

Having good language skills means that children are able to talk about how they are feeling. If they can’t do this it may affect their mental health. We have a great factsheet on how you can support language & emotional development in early years here:

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Ellen is sixteen and recently launched her very own website to raise awareness of Developmental Language Disorder ( #DLD ). We spoke to her recently to find out why she launched her #DLD campaign. Read her blog below!

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A lovely photo of our CEO Virginia Beardshaw receiving her CBE today at at an Investiture Ceremony at Windsor Palace. http://t.co/VQ59tNJzjo

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6 years

This may be true, but it isn’t inevitable. Children and young people who have ongoing language and communication difficulties have a risk of ongoing mental health difficulties. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

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@SpeechAndLangUK

10 years

We're with @jonsnowC4 at #BGCCharityDay , raising money for children who struggle to communicate. Great day ahead! http://t.co/FkW0qe0NdT

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Speech and Language UK

@SpeechAndLangUK

8 years

Download I CAN's Stages of Development poster free of charge from the online shop

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@SpeechAndLangUK

7 years

Being unable to communicate properly can lead to experiences of isolation and feelings of low self-esteem:

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@SpeechAndLangUK

6 years

Teaching and monitoring of spoken language by practitioners skilled and knowledgeable in speech and language development will be crucial in ensuring children and young people reach their potential. @EmmaHardyMP @voice21oracy @SchoolsWeek

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Speech and Language UK

@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

In September we are hosting a free webinar with @BellFoundation on supporting children using English as an Additional Language who have speech, language and communication needs. #EAL #SLCN #SENCo #SLTchat #edutwitter #TESOL #ukedchat

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@SpeechAndLangUK

8 years

We're excited about the launch of @kategarraway 's clothing line @mandco_fashion which is in stores from today!

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@SpeechAndLangUK

3 years

Today was @Jane_Harris77 first day as our new Chief Executive. We hope it wasn't too hectic! Jane is a charity leader experienced in influencing public policy, increasing income and raising the profile of third sector organisations. Welcome Jane!

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@SpeechAndLangUK

5 years

“A baby's babble actually lays the groundwork for the development of language in later life.” Speech and language development doesn’t just start when they speak their first words and this article from @LiveScience explains why!

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