{"id":1344,"date":"2026-04-17T15:42:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T14:42:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/ed\/colquhounparkearlyyearscentre\/?p=1344"},"modified":"2026-04-18T16:46:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T15:46:04","slug":"teaching-talking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/ed\/colquhounparkearlyyearscentre\/2026\/04\/17\/teaching-talking\/","title":{"rendered":"Teaching Talking"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"What is “Teaching Talking”?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Teaching Talking is not a “test” that a child passes or fails. Instead, it is a profile used by keyworkers to observe and record how a child is developing in their communication skills.<\/p>\n

It is specifically designed for children aged 1 to 5 years and focuses on identifying:<\/p>\n

How they listen and pay attention.<\/p>\n

How they understand what is being said to them.<\/p>\n

How they use words and sentences to express themselves.<\/p>\n

How the Assessment Works<\/strong>
\nThe assessment is “playroom-based,” meaning it happens naturally while your child plays and interacts with others. You won’t see your child being taken into a quiet room for a formal exam.<\/p>\n

Observation<\/strong>
\nStaff observe your child during daily activities\u2014like snack time, together time, or free play\u2014to see how they communicate in a real-world setting.<\/p>\n

The Profiles<\/strong>
\nThe early years worker checks off milestones the child has reached, such as:<\/p>\n

Following simple instructions.<\/p>\n

Using two-word or three-word phrases.<\/p>\n

Taking turns in a conversation.<\/p>\n

Creating a Plan<\/strong>
\nOnce the profile is complete, it creates a “map” of your child’s strengths and areas where they might need a little extra help.<\/p>\n

Why is it used in Colquhoun Park Early Years?<\/strong>
\nWe use this tool to promote Early Intervention. By catching a slight delay in speech or listening early (between ages 2 and 5), we can put simple strategies in place\u2014like specific language games or extra layers of support to help the child catch up before they reach higher primary stages.<\/p>\n

Note: If the profile suggests a significant delay, the centre will discuss this with you first. They might then suggest a referral to a Speech and Language Therapist or the Early Years Community Assessment Team (EYCAT) for more specialist advice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

What is “Teaching Talking”? Teaching Talking is not a “test” that a child passes or fails. Instead, it is a profile used by keyworkers to observe and record how a child is developing in their communication skills. It is specifically designed for children aged 1 to 5 years and focuses on identifying: How they listen … <\/p>\n

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