Launchpad for Language is a holistic universal framework to upskill Early Years staff and families in building children’s language and communication skills.
The programme was delivered by Speech and Language Therapy assistants (SaLTAs), aiming to support a Speech and Language Therapist recruitment challenge in the sector. Settings select from a menu of screening tools, interventions, audits, staff training and parent workshops delivered by SaLTAs through weekly visits.
The weekly presence of the SaLTA supports the children’s language development and upskilling of staff and families. The SaLTAs are supported by specialist and highly specialist Speech and Language Therapists (SaLTs) who can also provide additional support in settings.