Supporting attention and listening skills for children in school
Attention and listening skills are the foundation to learning language and accessing classroom activities. Learning to focus is a really important part of early development that helps us to listen to others and engage in shared activities. But how can we help children who struggle with attention and listening to develop these crucial skills?
Specialist SLCN Advisor, Sarah Billingham explores key strategies and approaches to boost attention and listening skills.
These strategies are based on her expertise as a speech and language teacher with a focus on emotional regulation for children 3-8 years old, as well as 18 years’ experience supporting children with SEND.
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Who is the session aimed at?
All staff in Early Years (including pre-school or nursery settings and Reception class), Primary Schools and Special Schools.
With one purchase, all staff at your school can watch and rewatch the training as often as you like.
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Key takeaways
– Understand the importance of a structured approach to teaching attention and listening skills –
– Reflect on how the learning environment impacts on children’s attention and listening and what improvements could be made –
– Gain knowledge on the strategies and approaches that can support attention and listening development –
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Buy NowAbout the Creator
Sarah Billingham / Specialist SLCN Advisor, Confident Kids
Sarah Billingham is a specialist speech and language teacher with a focus on emotional regulation. She has worked with children with SEND for over 18 years in mainstream and specialist settings. Her service, Confident Kids, equips parents, carers and practitioners with expert knowledge and the practical tools they need through training, coaching and group programmes.
Qualifying in 2004, Sarah initially worked in mainstream primary education and went on to lead a specialist speech and language resource base. She was Assistant Headteacher at Speech and Language UK’s Meath School for five years and went on to lead their independent multidisciplinary assessment service until December 2021. Sarah was a committee member of NAPLIC (National Association of Professionals Supporting Language and Communication Development) for five years. She is also a Regional Makaton Tutor.
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Jo Clay (verified owner) –
An extremely interesting and thought provoking session. Full of practical strategies that will support the children in my class who struggle with listening and attention.