Speech & Language Link
@speechandlanguage.bsky.social
Empowering schools & early years settings to identify and support children with speech, language and communication needs
The school gates may be shut for the summer, but many of us carry a few unfinished thoughts into the holidays. If the SEND reforms and speech and language provision are some of those things on your mind, this is worth a read. Read our latest blog here: tinyurl.com/ymupz4eu
What a fantastic day at the BESA Awards last week – we're still celebrating! We are so delighted that Infant Language Link won Outstanding SEND Resource or Service. It's wonderful recognition of the hard work, expertise and commitment of our speech and language therapy team.
HOORAY! Today we have been to the the BESA Awards and we won! Infant Language Link has won the award for Outstanding SEND Resource or Service. Thank you to our team and to our subscribers, this is an amazing achievement!
We are here at Nasen Live 2026! Joining other leading specialists, educators, and advocates as we explore the future of SEND. If you are here come and visit our stand and we'll be delighted to tell you all about our innovative packages and how they can improve SLCN provision in your setting.
Happy International Play Week! 🎈 Building speech and language skills in little ones shouldn't look like work - instead, it should be all about messy play, treasure hunts, small world adventures and lots of imagination!
It is an absolute privilege to be invited to the BESA Awards in just a weeks’ time - an event that celebrates the very best across the education supplier sector. To be shortlisted in not just one, but two categories is a real honour.
Curious to know who brought Ben and Teddy to life? Meet the incredibly talented @hannahsanguinetti.bsky.social – illustrator, picture-book creator and doll-maker - behind our much-loved Little Link friends. Read Hannah’s blog here: hannahsanguinetti.substack.com/p/six-pictur...
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We were delighted to have been invited to the Unlocking Learning Through Technology Conference in Buckinghamshire. Yin, one of our Speech and Language Therapists, is attending today and enjoying the opportunity to chat with Buckinghamshire schools already using our packages.
📊 New DfE data shows SLCN remains the most common SEN need, with a 2.7% rise from last year. 👉️ For IMF planning, SLCN must be central to help improve outcomes now and in the future. 🔎 Find out how Speech & Language Link can help you: tinyurl.com/5fuf99w4
Great to see one of the Multi Academy Trusts that we support being recognised for their amazing work. Well done @academytrust.bsky.social Inclusion Team!
Academy Transformation Trust@academytrust.bsky.social · 2mo agoCongratulations to our incredible #Inclusion Team, winners of this year's #MATExcellenceAwards #SEND Award! We're so proud to see them recognised for the impact of their work and commitment to ensuring every child in our Trust feels empowered to thrive. #TransformingLives #Education #AcademyTrust
The Difference identified "The steepest rises [are] among the youngest: suspensions of 5- and 6-year-olds suspended six or more times in a single term has risen 69% in two years, reaching its highest level since records began." Keep reading👇️
ANALYSIS: Nearly 2,000 children sent home 10 or more times in a single term, as repeat suspensions double in two years - The Difference
The Difference's analysis of the government's latest suspensions data shows nearly 2,000 children were suspended ten or more times in a single term - and the children bearing the weight are those…
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Want to know more about the BREAD approach? If you couldn't make the Link Live Speech and Language Day, don't fret! You can watch Ali Neal's fabulous presentation about how to support children with SLCN regulate themselves on the Link Community >https://tinyurl.com/yc86k886
The TES Teacher Wellbeing Report highlights an important point: many educators still find meaning in what they do, but the conditions around them make that work harder to sustain.
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We're proud to be a National Year of Reading Pledge Partner, backing the mission to inspire a love of reading across the UK. Let's "Go All In" by helping children build the skills behind reading. "Going All In" means supporting speech, language and communication skills in the way that we know best.
Strong outcomes for children start with strong collaboration. In our latest blog, we explore how to make SENCO & SALT meetings as productive as possible. Read it here: speechandlanguage.link/resources/ma...
An insider’s guide for SENCOs: making the most of your one-hour SALT meeting
A one-hour SALT meeting can easily whoosh by. You sit down thinking, plenty of time, then suddenly someone says, “Right, we’ve got four minutes left,” and
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When schools choose suppliers, clarity and professionalism matter. That’s why we’re proud to be Backed by BESA – it reflects our commitment to clear standards in how we operate and engage with educators. If in doubt, look out for the BESA logo the next time you’re making purchasing decisions.
The latest Link Magazine will be in schools from Monday the 1st of June! This edition is an oracy special, with articles from Dr Hannah Hobson, Dr Kulvarn Atwal and our regular Ask a Therapist feature. Plus, much, much more! Look out for your copy!
We are here at #Wiltshire Inclusion Conference 2026! Enjoying a day of inspiring keynote speakers and seminars for all Senior Leaders, Inclusion Managers and SENCOs working in Wiltshire schools. Drop by our stand to learn about how Speech & Language Link packages help support inclusion in schools.
My Government believes that the United Kingdom should be a country fair for all and a place where every child is included in the nation’s highest aspirations" The King’s Speech 2026 included a keen focus on SEND reform and inclusion for every child, with plans for an “Education for All Bill”.
The King's Speech 2026
His Majesty’s most gracious speech to both Houses of Parliament.
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SecEd Podcast: This episode produced with our friends @speechandlanguage.bsky.social we offer #teaching tips & practical ideas for how #teachers can support the speech, language & communication needs of pupils as they make the step-up to the year 7 classroom: buff.ly/uhGy4AQ #SLCN #edusky
The SecEd Podcast: Communication needs in the year 7 classroom - SecEd
This episode of the SecEd Podcast offers practical tips for supporting year 7 pupils with speech and language needs
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You can join Alison and Juliet at the innovation workshop hub for their workshop "Let's talk stories: practical ways to support early language using story books". They are discussing how the story books that come with Little Link and others can be used to support early language acquisition. #NWBDO26
Join us on the SEND Stage for Sophie Mustoe-Playfair's presentation "Early Support for Communication and Interaction". She is explaining why early recognition of SLCN matters and how you can create communication rich environments!
SecEd Podcast: This episode produced with our friends @speechandlanguage.bsky.social we offer #teaching tips & practical ideas for how #teachers can support the speech, language & communication needs of pupils as they make the step-up to the year 7 classroom: buff.ly/uhGy4AQ #SLCN #edusky
We are LOVING #nurseryworldbigdayout! We are on Stand E10, come and talk to us about Ben and Teddy.
We're setting for tomorrow! We will be exhibiting at the Nursery World Big day out on Stand E10. 👂️ Hear "Early Support for Communication and Interaction" on the SEND stage after lunch 👐 Join us for 'Let’s Talk Stories' a practical workshop on supporting early language through storybooks.
We are exhibiting at the Nursery World Big Day Out tomorrow! 🤔 Want to hear more about Little Link? Join us on Stand E10, where we will be all day! 👂️ Hear "Early Support for Communication and Interaction" on the SEND stage after lunch 👐 Join us for 'Let’s Talk Stories' at The Innovation Hub
The latest Link Magazine will be in schools from Monday the 1st of June! This edition is an oracy special, with articles from Dr Hannah Hobson, Dr Kulvarn Atwal and our regular Ask a Therapist feature. Plus, much, much more! Look out for your copy!
SecEd Podcast: This episode produced with our friends @speechandlanguage.bsky.social we offer #teaching tips & practical ideas for how #teachers can support the speech, language & communication needs of pupils as they make the step-up to the year 7 classroom: buff.ly/uhGy4AQ #SLCN #edusky
The SecEd Podcast: Communication needs in the year 7 classroom - SecEd
This episode of the SecEd Podcast offers practical tips for supporting year 7 pupils with speech and language needs
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We are proud to be sponsoring the Nursery World Big Day Out! 🤔 Want to hear more about Little Link? Join us on Stand E10, where we will be all day! 👂️ Hear "Early Support for Communication and Interaction" on the SEND stage after lunch 👐 Join us for 'Let’s Talk Stories' at The Innovation Hub
