On 21st November 2024, Ioanna presented at the EY SEND National Seminar and discussed key findings from the evaluation of the SSLiC Programme since 2019.
At least 1.9 million children across the UK are currently struggling with talking and understanding of words. And without the right support, their entire lives – their mental health, emotional well-being, attainment in school and future employability – could be destroyed. But you have the power to change this.
As early years staff, you play a crucial part in shaping and nurturing the essential building blocks of a child’s development, including their speech, language and communication skills.