Identifying and Supporting Children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs
Did you know it is estimated that 1.9 million children are behind in their speech and language skills? And, that’s not all. Speech, Language and Communication Needs can have a serious knock-on effect …
The Link Between Speech, Language and Academic Progress
Did you know that a child’s ability to communicate shapes their entire future? The link between speech, language skills and academic success couldn’t be clearer - especially when it comes to literacy, …
Why Benchmarking Your SEND Provision is Essential, Not Optional
As schools prepare for the evolving demands of Ofsted’s 2025 inspection framework, one thing is clear: support services - especially those relating to SEND, inclusivity, and speech & language - wi …
Preparing for Ofsted 2025: What Schools Need to Know About the New Inspection Reforms
Ofsted’s inspection reforms bring big changes for 2025, including a greater focus toward inclusion and support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). But, what do these cha …
Ofsted 2025: Why Inclusion Is Finally Taking Centre Stage
The proposed 2025 changes to the Ofsted inspection framework, with their increased focus on the inclusion of children with additional needs in mainstream schools, signal a long-overdue and transformat …
