Information and resources to help families to better understand the Language Delay / Disorder Pathway for Speech and Language Therapy (Early Years)

We provide assessment and intervention for children with language delay/disorder up to reception age (under 5 years old). Once we receive your referral and your child is accepted into our service we will contact you to book you on to our pathway. This pathway includes a parent-only workshop (SPACE), followed by 3 individual sessions with a Speech and Language Therapist. During the individual sessions the therapist will assess your child and provide recommendations and advice. Following these sessions your therapist will write a report and will discuss the next steps with you.

If it is appropriate your child and you may be invited to a group session in a children’s centre or some parent coaching sessions. Your child may also be referred on to other services if required. Your child’s report will be sent to you, their nursery and GP.