The Talking Bradford Speech and Language pathway

Have a look at our "bonding with your baby in pregnancy" page for more information

Have a look at our "Why is talking to my child so important?" page for more information

Remember - you are your child’s first teacher, and you are the one that starts building your child’s communication from the very beginning!

The Tiny Happy People website shows you what you can do to help your baby from the beginning.

Tiny Happy People

Big Little Moments is a campaign from Better Start Bradford - it shows you how the things you do as a parent really start to build your child's communication.

Universal services are available for every baby and child living in the Bradford district. They could include using the libraries, going to the parks and going to toddler groups. The early years of your baby’s life can be a busy time, for you and their brain!

Click on the button to find out more about the many services available to you and your child.

Talk to your child in your home language, the one you know best. These videos from Tiny Happy People show you how and explain why speaking different languages at home is a good thing.

Tiny Happy People - bilingual

Bradford Libraries has many dual language picture books which can be borrowed for those special story times in your home language.

Remember every child develops at different rates and your child is unique. These guidelines show you what to expect at the different stages of your child’s development.

If you are worried, the next step on the map will guide you on how to get extra help from targeted services.

Extra help, also known as targeted services, are there to support you if you have some worries about your child’s speech, language or communication.

While you’re waiting for extra support from targeted services, it’s important to keep following the advice given in earlier stages of the map.

Sometimes you and your child might need support from specialist Speech & Language Therapy services. Below, you can find information on how to get a referral.

If you live in Bradford

The Bradford Speech and Language Therapy Service (SaLT) works with children in Bradford from ages 18 months to 18 years who have speech, language, and communication needs. They offer a range of services including assessment, advice, therapy, and training. They offer an advice line phone where you can book a time to talk to a Specialist about your worries.

Bradford SALT service

If you live in Airedale

The Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Speech and Language Therapy (Airedale SaLT) service can offer help for families in Keighley, Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven. Their paediatric team is based in various community locations.

While you’re waiting for specialist services, it’s important to keep following the advice given in earlier stages of the map.