• Communication and Interaction (children and young people with speech, language and communication needs, and also likely to apply to children and young people with ASD – including Aspergers and Autism)

Dr Rachel Hussey from NELFT has recently given some talks which were filmed to share with families. She is incredibly knowledgeable and delivers information in a very user-friendly manner for families to understand. Please see below for the links -

Some useful resources:

Resources from language link

What is our Universal Offer for C and I?

• All children are screened on entry using Speech / Language Link
• All teachers use visual resources including: visual timetables, active listening prompts and visual supports to vocabulary 
• Signage around our school site is supported with visual prompts. 

What is our targeted offer for C and I?

• Follow up interventions from Speech Link
• Teachers using suggested strategies from Speech / Language link for 'targeted' children
• If children do not make expected progress we will then discuss and refer for a Speech and Language Assessment. 

What is our Specialist Offer for C and I?

• Work closely with Speech and Language Therapists
• Carry out 'follow up work' as provided by Speech and Language Therapists
• Work closely with parents