Is your 1-year-old starting to talk? Wondering how many words they should be saying? Understanding language development at 12 months can help you feel confident about your child’s progress and know when it might be time to seek advice from a speech pathologist.
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The first year of your baby’s life is a critical period for speech and language development. While many parents focus on when first words appear, communication skills begin developing from birth.
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One of the most common phrases I hear from parents is: “We’ve been told to just wait and see.” While this advice is usually well-intentioned, it can unintentionally delay the support a child needs during the most important years of communication development.
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Year 3 marks an important transition in a child’s learning. By this stage, students are expected to be confident, independent readers and writers who can use literacy skills to learn across the curriculum.
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Year 1 and Year 2 (Stage 1) are a crucial period in a child’s literacy journey. During these years, children move from “learning to read” toward “reading to learn.” Literacy expectations increase significantly, and students are expected to read more independently, write in greater detail, and apply their skills across all subjects.
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Kindergarten (Early Stage 1) is a critical year for literacy development. While learning letters and sounds may look simple on the surface, the skills taught in this year form the foundation for reading, spelling, writing, comprehension, and learning across all school subjects.
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Hearing that your child may benefit from speech therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes from a teacher. But this feedback is actually a positive step. Teachers spend a lot of time observing how children communicate and participate in the classroom, so when they raise a concern, it’s because they want to support your child’s success.
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For many children, speech therapy isn’t just about learning new sounds or building stronger language skills, it’s about having fun while doing it! The great news is that everyday play can support your child’s communication development in a natural, engaging way. When kids feel like they’re just having a good time, they’re more relaxed, confident, and ready to learn.
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If you’re planning a speech pathology assessment for your child, you may be wondering what actually happens during the session. Many parents feel unsure about what to expect, but understanding the process can make the experience far more comfortable and empowering.
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When a child begins speech therapy, many parents wonder what their role should be. Do I just wait in the waiting room? Should I be practising things at home? How much involvement is too much or too little? The truth is, parents play one of the most powerful roles in a child’s communication progress. When therapy is combined with consistent practice, encouragement, and support at home, children make faster, more meaningful, and longer-lasting gains.
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