Ready, Steady, Talk

There’s lots of ways you can help make a positive impact on your little one’s speech, language and communication.

We’re here to support you with ideas and fun activities you could try as part of your family’s everyday routine.

Click below to find out about top tips, local stay and play groups, and how you can access support if you have concerns about your child’s speech, language and communication.

Speech, Language & Communication Home Visiting Service

If you are worried about your child’s speech, language and communication…

If you have concerns about your child’s speech, language and communication
you can speak to your:

  • Health Visitor
  • Early Years setting eg: nursery or childminder
  • Local Family Hub

Baby and Toddler Groups

Come along to a FREE Stay and Play session to help build your
little one’s language and communication skills at the Family Hubs.

Babbling Babies
0-17 months
You and your baby can have fun as you learn, play and meet new people together.

Chatting with Children
18 months – 5 years
Fun activities to support you and your pre-schooler as they prepare for their next step.

No booking is required for these groups. You can just turn up and siblings are welcome.

For times and dates of these sessions, please visit the online timetable here.

Families

All our services have been created with Blackpool parents, for Blackpool parents. These include parenting classes, stay and play groups, cost of living events and getting ready for school sessions. All activities are free and take place in the Family Hubs, in parks, libraries and other venues across the town. Come along to help your child’s learning and meet other Blackpool families.