According to research by Speech and Language UK (formerly I CAN), at least 1.7 million children in this country are behind with talking and understanding of words.
The Supporting Early Language Development programme is research based and focussed on ensuring the very best outcomes in early language development. It is designed for delegates who are EYFS, KS1 and Primary English Leads. During the course of the programme, participants will engage meaningfully with early language pedagogy and plan how to initiate and sustain change within their schools. Discussion is built into the programme structure and is based around the evidence presented to ensure rigour. Participants will attend 6 sessions and complete gap tasks in between sessions. Those who commit will be expected to attend all sessions.
Programme aims:
An understanding of a working model of language through which to observe children’s language development through the primary years, and beyond.
An understanding of the stages of ‘typical’ language development concentrating on the expected milestones that occur during primary years (ages 4 to 11)
Practical classroom skills and techniques for quality first teaching in YR and KS1 that will create skilled and confident classroom practitioners and improve outcomes for all children.
Practical ways and tools to identify children who may not be developing language skills as expected. Ways to support those children in class, and in cases where more targeted intervention is required ensure children are formally assessed and receive appropriate help as quickly as possible. (N.b. it is important to note that this programme is designed to give classroom practitioners an informed awareness of the possibility of speech and language difficulties. Any diagnoses should only be attempted by trained medical and/or speech and language professionals)
Places for this programme are limited. Complete this form to
express an interest in joining us to develop early language in your school.
Please note: These sessions will be a mixture of face-to-face and remote. Venue TBC, therefore applications should be from Norfolk and Suffolk schools. Please contact your local English Hub if you would like to join from outside of these areas.
This is an application process and does not guarantee a space on this session. We will contact you to discuss your offer in more detail. An expression of interest will need to be submitted by the 20th October 2023.
