Children's Speech & Language Therapy | Plymouth, Devon & Cornwall
Welcome to Step Up Speech and Language: School Services
At Step Up Speech and Language, we understand the growing demand for speech and language support in schools. That’s why we’re offering flexible, short-term therapy services designed specifically to meet the needs of primary schools like yours. Our expert team delivers therapy interventions to help children improve their communication skills quickly, ensuring they can thrive in the classroom.
Why is speech and language therapy important?
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Speech, language and communication needs are the most common type of special educational need (SEN) in 4 to 11-year-old children, and numbers are rising.
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Upwards of 50% of children can start primary school with communication difficulties.
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Communication difficulties put children at greater risk of poor literacy, mental health issues and poorer employment outcomes going into adulthood.
Why Choose Our School Service?
1. Accelerated Progress for Children
Our focused, evidence-based therapy helps children rapidly improve their speech, language, and communication skills, boosting their confidence and engagement with learning.
2. Flexible, Short-Term Support
We know schools need solutions without long-term commitments. That’s why we offer therapy services over 1 or 2 terms, providing the right level of support at the right time, with no ongoing contracts.
3. Tailored to Your Needs
Every school and every child is different. We customize our therapy plans based on individual assessments to ensure we’re addressing the most critical needs quickly and effectively.
4. Immediate Impact, Reduced Waiting Times
Our services help fill the gap for children waiting for external therapy. No more long delays—our team is ready to step in and make a difference straight away.
5. Collaborating with Your Staff
We believe in teamwork. That’s why we work closely with a designated staff member to offer support, share resources, and ensure sustained progress between sessions.
“We were unsure what we could do to help him. Now you work with him; he’s talking in class and mixing with other children at lunchtime- and that’s really what we always wanted for him. It’s made such a difference!”
(School SENCo)
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How Our School Service Works
Step 1: Call Us
Speak directly with one of our experienced Speech and Language Therapists to discuss your school’s needs.
Step 2: Arrange an Assessment
We’ll visit your school to assess the children you refer, providing a clear baseline of their needs.
Step 3: Receive Feedback
You’ll receive written feedback with therapy targets designed for the quickest and most positive results.
Step 4: Start Therapy Sessions
We’ll arrange weekly visits to provide regular therapy sessions, ensuring consistent progress.
Step 5: Ongoing Feedback and Support
We’ll keep you updated with feedback on each child’s progress, helping you track their improvements.
"At Step Up Speech and Language, we are passionate about helping children communicate and thrive. Our services get consistent five star reviews from parents, and local schools trust us to deliver results. We provide lasting outcomes without lengthy financial commitment."
See the benefits without the lengthy financial commitment!
With Step Up Speech and Language, there’s no need to worry about long-term contracts. Our flexible, short-term services (1 or 2 terms) give you the chance to see quick results and boost your students' skills without being locked into ongoing financial commitments.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact us today to bring Step Up Speech and Language services to your school and make a real difference in your students’ lives.
1. Can schools refer individual children for private assessments and therapy?
Yes! Schools can refer individual children directly to Step Up Speech and Language for private assessments and therapy. We provide immediate support without the long waiting times often associated with other services. This allows schools to act quickly and ensure children get the help they need.
2. How much does the service cost?
Assessments are priced at £160, which includes a detailed evaluation and written feedback outlining therapy targets. Weekly therapy sessions are available at £80 per session. This includes specialist weekly intervention as well as guidance for staff to deliver targeted support to children as well as promoting a whole school approach to boost student's speech and language skills. We offer a flexible service designed to fit within your school's needs and budget.
3. What’s included in the assessment and therapy process?
After the initial assessment, we create a tailored therapy plan that focuses on quick, positive results. Each weekly session is structured to target the specific communication needs of the child. Schools also receive regular feedback on progress.
4. How does Step Up work with school staff?
Our service works best when a dedicated staff member is assigned to liaise with us. This helps ensure a smooth flow of communication, allows us to share resources, and provides opportunities to upskill school staff in supporting children’s communication development between sessions.
5. Can Step Up provide short-term support?
Yes! We offer a one-term boost option, which includes a single term of input designed to accelerate progress and give children a quick start on improving their communication skills. This short-term intervention is a great way to see immediate results.
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