Language and communication

Speech, language and communication are crucial to every child’s ability to access and get the most out of education and life. Children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) are among the most vulnerable and most in need of effective support to reach their potential.

"Good communication skills are vital. Without them children have little chance of getting good GCSEs or getting a decent job. These skills are what employers want, and they are what we need to make good lifelong relationships and resolve conflicts. But one in ten children don't have these skills, and in disadvantaged areas research has shown that this rises to as much as one in two."
Jean Gross, communication champion

Language and communication

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Every child a talker

Inclusion development programme (IDP) for speech, language and communication needs

Useful resources and publications

Year of communication 2011

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