Resources

When Thrive at Five introduced Talking Time into Stoke-on-Trent nursery schools, practitioners were supporting children with significant communication and language needs in some of the most disadvantaged communities in the country. Three years on, those same schools are telling a different story. This case study looks at how a universal oral language programme became embedded across seven schools — and why practitioner development was the turning point.

Children who took part in the early years oral language programme made an additional month of progress in language development, with promising signs for the children who need it most.

Oracy - the ability to speak, listen, and communicate effectively - has moved from the margins of educational debate to the centre of it. Understanding what oracy really means, and what it takes to develop it well, has never been more important.

Discover 10 simple, screen-free activities to boost your child’s language and interaction at home and on the go.

The UK government has published guidance on screen time for children under 5 years old. See how to balance Screen Time to help with communication and interaction.

Using implementation science, we can help schools assess needs, plan effectively, and sustain impactful speech and language support. Tailored, evidence-based approaches drive lasting change.

Phonological awareness is key to reading success, helping children connect sounds to letters. Without it, phonics learning becomes much harder.

Celebrate spring with engaging language activities that boost children’s communication through play, reading, and outdoor exploration.

From reflection to research. How our team at LINGO uses CPD to develop skills and deliver the best support for children and young people.

Some children don’t know when they haven’t understood. Here’s why comprehension monitoring is vital for learning and confidence.

We’re sharing simple, game-based resources designed to make practising conversation and storytelling fun for children. Download the printable activities and explore easy ways to adapt them to support language and communication skills.

Early language shapes lifelong learning. This post explores why talk, play and shared reading matter and how to protect them in early years.

A strategic, school-wide focus on speech and language helps leaders identify need, build staff expertise and improve outcomes for children.

Explore our CPD work on narrative skills for pupils with DLD and see the one-page summary we shared to support practice.

Narrative skills are vital for children’s communication and writing. Discover why storytelling matters and how to help children develop it.