Train to deliver Speech and Language UK’s Talk Boost KS2 intervention.

Elklan is now offering Talk Boost KS2 training for teachers and teaching assistants working with children aged 7–10 years (Years 3–5).

Developed by Speech and Language UK, Talk Boost KS2 is a targeted, evidence-based programme designed to help children who need extra support with talking, understanding language, and communicating effectively.

Through this training, practitioners gain the skills and confidence to deliver Talk Boost KS2 in their schools, helping children accelerate their progress in speech, language and communication in as little as 8 weeks.

More information about the programme can be found at speechandlanguage.org.uk

Elklan is now working in collaboration with Speech and Language UK to make it easy for practitioners to access the necessary training to implement the programme effectively. All Talk Boost tutors are trained and licensed by Speech and Language UK.

This training will provide you with step-by-step practical advice about how to deliver Talk Boost.

Elklan’s Talk Boost KS2 Training equips participants with:

• A complete understanding of the Talk Boost KS2 framework and rationale
• Insight into typical language development and how to identify children with communication needs
• Practical demonstrations of Talk Boost KS2 session delivery
• Guidance on using the online tracker to measure and analyse progress
• Strategies to involve teachers and parents in extending the programme’s impact

• Delivered by specialist speech and language tutors with classroom experience
• Fully aligned with Speech and Language UK’s national training framework
• Practical, interactive and evidence-based learning
• Enables schools to demonstrate effective use of Pupil Premium funding
• Builds staff skills and confidence, supporting Ofsted development priorities
• Designed for sustainability – enabling delivery to new groups year after year