Speech and language therapy

We have three speech and language therapists and a speech and language therapy assistant working in The Communication Skills Centre. All of our therapists are qualified registered members of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and are registered with the HPC (Health Professions Council).

Our therapists are skilled in assessing the speech, language and communication needs of pupils including those with specific language disorders, verbal dyspraxia, auditory memory, processing and phonological awareness difficulties and social communication disorders. They use a range of standardised assessment tools, language and communication inventories and formal and informal observations in order to identify a pupils specific needs, recommend a level of input and set regularly reviewed and updated IEP (Individual Education Plan) targets. Students are taught in several settings including individual lessons, small groups and classroom support.

Our speech and language therapy team is trained and experienced in assessing the language and communication needs of pupils diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorders including Asperger’s syndrome. In addition to individual speech and language therapy sessions which may, for example, target understanding or use of specific language structures, or social skills groups which target the development of interactive language skills, therapists are able to support and advise class teachers on the learning environment and the implementation of support strategies to facilitate access and inclusion. Therapists are able to provide support and advice on communication issues that may impact upon interaction, behaviour and relationships throughout the pupil’s school day.

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY