Early Speech Language and Communication (SLC) development is a critical foundation for children’s long-term outcomes in terms of recognised associations with later wellbeing and attainment.

This resource draws on evidence from the literature, exploring the early factors associated with better and poorer SLC outcomes. It is possible to draw conclusions about the factors associated with better and poorer SLC outcomes from the research, however, it is important to recognise that factors interact in a dynamic and unique fashion for individual families

Speech, Language and Communication: which factors are associated with better or poorer outcomes?