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💜 It's DLD Awareness Day Spotting DLD starts here! Whether you're a teacher, parent or co-worker, your awareness could make a difference. Let's recognise DLD, spread understanding and work together to support communication for all. 💛 #DLDawareness #DLDday #TogetherForDLD

💜 Tomorrow is DLD Awareness Day. DLD is often hidden, but its impact can be significant. Visit RADLD.org and explore our DLD Collection tinyurl.com/4rtzxb2e and to learn more about this common but often misunderstood condition. #DLDDay #DLD #DevLangDis #SpeechAndLanguage #SLCN

💜 Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is more common than autism... yet many people have never heard of it. DLD affects around 2 children in every classroom. DLD Awareness Day is this Friday, let's make DLD better understood. For information and resources, visit: tinyurl.com/7msma6tp

With DLD Day on 16th October is fast approaching, now is the perfect time to access resources that can help raise awareness and understanding across your school. The DLD Collection is available free throughout October. 🔗 tinyurl.com/2s3te399 #DLDDay #DLD #SLCN #SEND #Inclusion

Speech, language & communication needs are the most common SEND, yet many pupils remain unidentified. This article with Speech & Language Link explores practical classroom strategies, screening & how #schools can embed #SLCN support within #Inclusion Strategies: https://ow.ly/64Np50ZUSh0 #sponsored

Looking for something powerful to share this Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day (16 October)? Comment "DLD" below and we'll send you the link to watch Shelbi Annison's full presentation.

We are very excited to be setting up for the TES show tomorrow! We are so looking forward to seeing you all there!

We're delighted to be back in Exeter for the Devon Early Years Conference. Come and say hello to Yin on our stand to learn more about Little Link and how Ben and Teddy are supporting children's communication and language development in early years settings.

Back by popular demand! Teddy and Yin are heading down to Exeter for the fabulous Early Years Foundation Stage Conference! We can't wait to catch up with our Little Link subscribers at our stand and meet more passionate Early Years professionals. #devonearlyyears

Classroom Essentials is our brand-new inclusive communication hub, designed for Language Link subscribers. It's filled with resources to turn inclusive communication principles into everyday practice. Keen to get going? ☺️ Simply open the Classroom Essentials tab in your package and start exploring!

A great day at the National Education Show! ✨ Thank you to everyone who visited our stand and spoke with us about supporting children’s speech, language and communication needs. It was wonderful to connect, share ideas and meet so many passionate education professionals. #NationalEducationShow

Shout-out to all the teaching assistants supporting children and young people with speech, language and communication needs. Thank you for the difference you make every day. We couldn't do it without you. #ThankATeachingAssistant #SLCN #Education

We're in Manchester, as part of Best Practice Network's Early Years SEND Roadshow at the Midland Hotel. We've brought teddy along from our early years package, Little Link, and our speech and are talking on the use of stories for language development in early year settings.

To our wonderful subscribers! Want to get even more out of your Speech & Language Link package? We'll talk through our: 🌱Interventions 🎓Staff CPD 📈Progress measures and reports and more at our friendly, online walkthroughs, hosted by our very own SALTs. Go to your homepage to find out how to join.

Phonics Prep is a fun-filled 12-session programme designed to build the listening and sound-awareness skills that support clear speech, phonics, reading and writing. It's included in the Speech Link package for free - simply open the Phonics Prep tab in your package and let the adventures begin!

Strong speech, language and communication skills help give children the best start in life. The Government is consulting on changes to Early Years Teacher training, a great opportunity to champion the importance of early language development. Have your say: consult.education.gov.uk/early-years-...

Welcome back! We hope you've had a wonderful break and are feeling refreshed for the new school year! If you need support with anything Speech & Language Link related, our friendly Help Desk team is available on: (+44)333 577 0784 helpdesk@speechlink.co.uk Here's to a fantastic term ahead!

A huge well done to Rachel Harrison, a paediatric speech and language therapist from Dorset who not only climbed the Three Peaks, but cycled more than 400 miles between them too! A jaw-dropping feat to raise funds and awareness for Developmental Language Disorder! tinyurl.com/mrmydj2a

Before September begins, we're looking back on a fantastic year of supporting SLCN! A new early years package, inspiring events, a growing community, an award win and most importantly, helping more children get the help they need. Thank you for being part of it 💙 #SLCN #SEND #EarlyYears #Schools

We're delighted to share that Little Link has been shortlisted for another award! 🎉 Little Link has been selected as a finalist in the Full Programme category for the Teach Early Years section. Keeping our fingers crossed for the judges' decision in November!

Early Years professionals: discover the new Early Years Speech & Language Support Practitioner Level 5 Apprenticeship from Speech & Language Link and Best Practice Network. Join our free webinar + Q&A to find out how you can build specialist expertise in children's SLC. 🔗 tinyurl.com/4zduvwpf

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

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.

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...

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!

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

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...

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!