Is your child struggling to understand or use language?
Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a condition where a child has difficulties with understanding and/or using spoken language. These difficulties are persistent and are not explained by hearing loss, learning disability, autism or neurological conditions.
Children with DLD may have difficulty understanding what others say, following instructions, learning new words, forming sentences, using grammar correctly, or expressing their thoughts clearly. Difficulties can vary from child to child and may change as language demands increase at nursery or school.
DLD can affect learning, social interaction and confidence. Children with DLD are often bright and capable but may struggle to show what they know because of their language difficulties.
Speech and language therapy can help identify a child’s strengths and areas of need. Therapy focuses on developing language skills in a supportive and practical way and often includes advice and strategies for parents and schools to support progress in everyday settings.
Get started in three simple steps
Complete the contact form, email or call the team
Initial assessment undertaken together with family and those closely involved
We will deliver therapy tailored to your needs.