The Basics

This section looks at speech, language development at different ages. It also examines why speech, language and communication are important, what can go wrong and how to help.More >

Supporting children at home

Activities for young children to support speech, language and communication development.More >

Supporting children in education

For professionals and families supporting the speech, language and communication needs of school-aged children.More >

Advisory Partners

Ace Centres 
Afasic
The British Stammering Association
Contact a Family
The Down Syndrome Educational Trust
Dyslexia Action
I CAN 
National Childminding Association
The National Autistic Society
The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
StartHere
Talk to Your Baby

NEW! Language and Social Exclusion

Click here for a range of articles on theory, research and practical ways to develop the language and communication skills of children and young people at risk of social exclusion.
If you have a question on this topic, please email talkingpoint@ican.org.uk

Talking Point Partner News

Teacher TV Early Years Week: 21 - 27 July - Teachers TV
Spanning the years: a joint approach to dealing with dyspraxia - Dyspraxia Foundation
Scope's No Voice, No Choice Campaign - Scope

Communication Help Point Launched

Communication Help Point provides an online self-assessment tool based on the Speech, Language and Communication Framework (SLCF).  Do your self-assessment now!

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Talking Links

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