How Technology Can Support the Stages of Oracy

In this blog Jodie Lopez explores the different stages of Oracy and looks at how technology can support children to develop these skills in the classroom. How Technology Can Support the Stages of Oracy Whenever I used to hear the word ‘oracy’ it was linked to the idea of being a ‘good orator’. Often the…

BySimone Francis7 July 20250Comments

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Unlocking Creativity and Communication: TTS Recordable Talking Frogs by Hayley Winter

Every EYFS setting is always continually looking for ways to promote oracy, vocabulary and children’s communication skills. In the realm of early childhood education, tools that seamlessly blend play with learning are invaluable. The new recordable talking frogs stand out as a dynamic resource that fosters imaginative play, enhances literacy, and bolsters communication skills. Imaginative Play Imaginative…

BySimone Francis1 July 20250Comments

Communication and Language

Oracy – An Essential in the Teacher’s Toolkit

Read this blog by Michael Gardner to understand why oracy is a vital part of a teacher’s toolkit and how it already exists in your classrooms.. What is Oracy? In recent months, the concept of oracy has jumped into the education spotlight. Oracy, first coined by Andrew Wilkinson in his 1965 paper, The Concept…

BySimone Francis19 May 20250Comments

Babies and Toddlers Communication and Language Early Years

5 strategies to develop and support early communication

In this blog Sal McKeown, shares five strategies used by nurseries and settings to develop and support early communication.. At the moment, our public services (e.g. speech and language therapists, educational psychologists and health visitors) are restricted in what they can offer or have prolonged waiting times due to demand. This is hard for nurseries…

BySimone Francis12 May 20250Comments

Communication and Language

Building Oracy into your Curriculum

When the children at The Valley Community School were asked what they would like to be when they grow older, they all had different answers – a hairdresser, a doctor, a builder and so forth. How can we support them with their future hopes and dreams? One of the ways is by building oracy into…

BySimone Francis5 May 20250Comments

Communication and Language

Oracy Skills – Giving everyone a voice

In this blog, Sal McKeown explores the different ways in which we can encourage oracy and give every child a voice. Everyone has a voice but not everyone is always heard. How can we make sure that every child gets the opportunities to develop, use and build oracy into their skill sets? In this blog,…

BySimone Francis14 April 20250Comments

Blog Communication and Language Early Years Inclusive SEN STEAM

Boosting Children’s Language and Communication Skills with Rechargeable Mini Mobile Phones

By Hayley Winter In today’s world, communication is more important than ever, and helping children develop strong language skills early on is key to their success both in school and in life. One innovative tool that can support this development is the rechargeable mini mobile phones set from TTS. These child-friendly devices are designed to…

BySimone Francis8 April 20250Comments

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Developing Language and Reading

In this blog we explore ways to help develop language and reading and create a language rich environment. Language & Reading When you open a book, You will find, A poem, a tale, Of every kind! When you speak the words, You will see, Something for you, And something for me! Language Language underpins progress,…

BySimone Francis29 August 20240Comments

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Technology to support Communication and Language

In this blog, Jodie Lopez, an ex-primary school teacher and education technology expert, reflects on her thoughts about how technology supports communication and language development. Developing Communication When thinking about language acquisition in the early years, we imagine all of the activities which encourage listening and when developmentally appropriate, speaking. Singing nursery rhymes, discussions during…

BySimone Francis29 August 20240Comments

Blog Communication and Language Early Years Inclusive SEN STEAM

Big Point Recordable Buttons

In this blog Andrew Whitehouse shares his thoughts on Big Point Recordable Buttons. People who know me well will tell you that I tend to get very excited about colour coding, and alternative modes of recording, so guess what… TTS have given me a resource that is both of these things and much more. So,…

BySimone Francis29 August 20240Comments

Communication and Language

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