News: 'Two Years On: final report of the Communication Champion for children' has been published. Read a recent article in Nursery World to find out more. A full copy of the report can be downloaded here.
Talking tip of the week:When talking with your child, use your full range of expression. Speak using a lively and animated voice. Use gestures and facial expressions to back up your words. Click here to access our talking tips for the Diamond Jubilee |
West Berkshire Every Child A Talker
Every Child A Talker is known as ECAT. ECAT focuses on the communication skills of young children and includes supporting parents and other adults who work in early years settings. If a child is having difficulties with their speech, language and communication skills, it can impact on their education and long term future.
Tamsin Rycroft, Jean Gross, Michael Rosen and Louise Griffiths - Celebrating Communication Conference November 2011
Some of the ECAT team at Thatcham Family Fun Day - Sunday 26th June 2011
Would you like to know more?
This website is updated on a regular basis. You can use the above links to discover more about ECAT and what the ECAT team have been up to. We have tips to encourage the development of children's speech and language skills and information about communication. We have also included information of useful resources, recommended websites and local events that you may be interested in. If you work with young children, please visit our practitioners section for further information.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if you would like further information. We really value your feedback.