Free Speech & Language Assessments
The Department of Health is encouraging parents and guardians of children entering Government Primary One classrooms this September to take advantage of the free speech and language assessments available to their children.
Parents and guardians who attended P1 Parent Orientation meetings have already been advised of the assessments, which will take place from July 4 to 15, 2011.
Parents and guardians who still need to register for the screenings must make an appointment by calling Susan Price Barrett at 278-6429. Appointments will be on a first-come, first-served basis and parents and guardians are encouraged to make their appointment as soon as possible.
Coordinator for Speech and Language Services with the Department of Health Susan Price Barrett reminded parents that it is important to make sure that their child’s communication readiness skills are developing at the appropriate level for success in classroom activities, social interaction, literacy and learning.
“These screenings may detect weaknesses in areas of listening, speaking, reading, writing, thinking and or learning.” Ms Price Barrett said. “Early detection of such weaknesses allows for early intervention, possibly reducing or preventing a negative impact on the child’s classroom success.”
Parents or guardians will be required to accompany their child to the brief 30-minute screening session and a therapist will be on hand to discuss any concerns.
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