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Chris Packham: These two books are very good. The honest and relatable personal perspectives that Emma Dalmayne provides made me smile , wince ... but critically feel reassured and connected - perfect for young people and adults ... abd both together. StassBooks (Elklan); AIMautistic
AlderHey Community Speech & Language TherapySefton: Another group of Early Years practitioners in Sefton have completed their Elklan Training equipping them with knowledge and strategies to support children's speech, language & communication, well done
All Saints Day Nursery: is feeling proud. Kiran attended a special ceremony today at the Art gallery to receive an accredited Communication Friendly Setting status for the Nursery. We are so proud and excited to be part of this National Literacy initiative.
Enfield Communication Advisory Support Service: Another excellent Elklan training session delivered by our team this afternoon! Woodpecker Hall staff were brilliant at reflecting on their experiences and thinking about how they can implement what they have learned!
Bright Futures Nursery Bolton: We would likely[sic] wish Angela, Hayley and Lauren a huge congratulations for achieving their Level 4 Creating Communication Friendly Settings for 2-4s through Elklan. We are also proud to share that the setting has achieved accredited Communication Friendly 2-4s Status. All the staff have worked extremely hard through training, making changes in the setting, reflecting on their practice and developing their knowledge to help support children's communication development.
BHT Early Education: We are proud to have supported our own setting Pippins and EYFSchurch to achieve their Communication Friendly Status! Huge thank you to our staff involved who achieved their Elklan Training Level 4 in Communication Friendly Settings!
Green Fold Specialist School: Huge well done to our team who achieved Level 3 Elklan Communication for Complex Needs Certification - and to our Communication Leader who has successfully achieved 'Elklan Let's Talk With Special Children' Tutor status! We are very proud!!
YMCA Taunton: Great presentation afternoon with Somerset County Council & other amazing Early Years Practitioners to celebrate our Preschool achieving Elklan Early Years Communication Friendly status. Looking forward to using the lovely new resources.
Portico Poppets: When your accreditation arrives, along with your certificates. Thank you for allowing us to be part of this journey. What a way to end the week.
Teddies Day Nursery: Congratulations to all the staff at Teddies in completing your communication counts training and thank you to Lyndsey for facilitating the training and ensuring all our staffs practice is of the highest of quality. Lyndsey is participating in The Early Years Professional Development Programme which is a key element of the national government initiative to improve children's outcomes in early language, literacy and mathematics.
Northwood CPS: Exciting News! We are the first school in Knowsley to acheive the Elklan Accreditation for Early Years AND Primary Communciation Friendly Settings!

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MeeMo - The Whole-Class Working Memory Programme

We are excited to announce the launch of MeeMo, a new tool designed to enhance working memory in young children

Dr. Richard Skelton
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MeeMo - The Teacher's Guide to Working Memory

We are excited to introduce a new resource, launching on 1st October, called MeeMo. Created by educational psychologist Richard Skelton, MeeMo is designed to enhance working memory in young children. In this blog, Richard explains the science behind MeeMo and offers a comprehensive guide for teachers on working memory.

Dr. Richard Skelton
14th August 2024
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Here are some practical tips, effective strategies, and entertaining games to help you make the most of this summer!

8th August 2024
Supporting preschool children’s language development

An evaluation of the effectiveness of the Elklan’s Early Years Based Information Carrying Word Pack (EYBIC)

Henrietta McLachlan
19th June 2024
First Week Back: Elklan's Guide for Parents

We've survived the first week back at school after the holiday whirlwind, and Elklan is here with a guide to keep the positive vibes flowing and how to continue supporting speech, language, and communication at home.

Kirsten Jolley
17th January 2024
Festive Fun with Words: Expanding Children's Vocabulary This Christmas

As the festive season approaches, it's the perfect opportunity to merge learning with fun.

8th December 2023
Elklan’s Elf on the Shelf Cheat Sheet

Over 20 amusing ways to develop speech and language skills in little ones this December.

1st December 2023
Fully Funded Elklan Training for Settings in Pen Green, Bright Futures, St Edmunds and North East Stronger Practice Hubs (SPHs) and for Childminders in Pen Green Stronger Practice Hub

Elklan is delighted to be part of the Department for Education Stronger Practice Hubs (SPHs) initiative to provide evidence informed programmes to children in the early years.

12th April 2023