Kidderminster Early Years Language Class (KEYLC)
Kidderminster Early Years Language Class (KEYLC) is a specialist nursery provision for children with speech, language and communication needs across Wyre Forest.
Children are referred to KEYLC by a Speech and Language Therapist and usually attend the setting for two terms (approx. 6 months). Children who attend KEYLC are between 3-5 years old.
Aim of KEYLC:
Kidderminster Early Years Language Class opened in January 2022 and we are extremely proud of the specialist provision. Language skills are essential in all aspects of life, so the earlier we can support your child, the better. Our aim is to provide children with the support they need to make rapid progress with their speech and language disorder and/or delay in time for them to start their mainstream Reception class. Language is fundamental in understanding all areas of the curriculum, so supporting children with this during the Early Years is extremely beneficial
KEYLC Team
Miss Perrett - Headteacher
Mrs Hughes - KEYLC Teacher
Mrs White - KEYLC Teaching Assistant
Miss Heeley - SENCo
Liz – Speech and Language Therapist
Ellenor – Speech and Language Therapist
Jenny – Speech and Language Therapist Assistant
What days will my child need to attend KEYLC?
Children are offered two sessions a week over two mornings or afternoons. Each session lasts 3 hours. There are a maximum of 8 children in each group.
Session One | Session Two | |
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Group One | Tuesday - 8:45am -11:45am | Thursday - 8:45am - 11:45am |
Group Two | Tuesday - 12:15pm - 3:15pm | Thursday 12:15pm - 3:15pm |
Group Three | Monday - 8:45am -11:45am | Friday - 8:45am -11:45am |
What activities will my child do at KEYLC?
Children work regularly, on a 1:1 basis, with a Speech and Language Therapist. The Speech and Language Therapist will do lots of fun and engaging activities with the children and assess their speech and language. The Speech Therapist shares this information with Mrs Hughes so that the classroom can be set up daily to maximise your child’s progress. The children participate in a range of focused whole group activities, such as Concept Cat and Teaching Children to Listen. They also have lots of time to learn through play.
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Kidderminster Early Years Language Class builds strong relationships with both the children’s parents/carers and the children’s mainstream settings to ensure everyone is working together.
If you have any queries please do not hesitate to email: chughes@stmarys.worcs.sch.uk