# Event Details - **Event Name**: Early Language Development - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for this expertly designed, research-based virtual CPD series focused on language development in the Early Years and Key Stage 1.About this EventThis programme equips teachers, leaders, and practitioners with deep understanding and practical tools to support oracy and language acquisition, particularly for children who may not be meeting expected developmental milestones.Each session is rooted in the latest research and includes real-world strategies to take straight into the classroom. Ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, early years practitioners, SENDCos, and leaders, this course builds confidence in identifying and supporting Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).Course Schedule:Session 1: Wednesday 21st January 2026Session 2: Wednesday 29th April 2026Session 3: Wednesday 17th June 2026Session Overviews:Session 1What is Language and How Is It DevelopedUnderstand the components of language: form, content, and useExplore the importance of early language focus in classroomsLearn about the role of attachment and early book sharingTypical language development from 1–5 yearsIntroduction to the 'building blocks' of languageSupporting Talk in SchoolsA simple framework for quality interactionsHow to create and manage a talk-rich environmentRecognising and enabling quality talkStrategies to support and extend conversationsSession 2 Teaching Words and Making Them StickHow vocabulary is learned and storedAddressing the 'word gap'Exploring tiered vocabulary and teaching strategiesEmbedding vocabulary through meaningful contextsIdentifying and Supporting SLCNUnderstanding the prevalence and impact of SLCNIdentification tools and classroom strategiesSupporting children with EAL and SEMHWorking collaboratively with parents and specialistsSession 3Making Change, Sustaining ChangeApplying change theory to your school contextPlanning for sustainable impactCreating a robust Early Language Action PlanEmbedding strategies across your teamSharing the School Improvement JourneyCelebrating progress and impactSharing effective practice and outcomesNext steps for whole-school language developmentKey Outcomes:Deepen your knowledge of language development and SLCNBuild a toolkit of practical classroom strategiesImprove outcomes in communication and languageDevelop a whole-school approach to oracy and early languageBuild confidence in planning and sustaining changeFormat:All sessions are delivered face-to-face at the venue highlighted in the course details and include interactive elements, gap tasks, and resources to apply in your setting between sessions.Who should attend?Early Years PractitionersKS1 TeachersSENCOsEnglish and Oracy LeadsHeadteachers & Senior Leaders - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/early-language-development/100001465703782469 - **Event Categories**: workshops, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Durham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: St. Michael's C of E Primary School - **lat**: 54.6770481 - **long**: -1.4904507 - **full address**: St. Michael's C of E Primary School, Front Street, Bishop Middleham, Co. Durham, Durham, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Early Language Development - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e7d748657d4d074f5cdeb9db342c1b0d49529d6eb2c13cf776e4f234b2935da2-rimg-w771-h336-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1753168885 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Early Language Development being held? - **A:** Early Language Development takes place on Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm at St. Michael's C of E Primary School, Front Street, Bishop Middleham, Co. Durham, Durham, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Early Language Development? - **A:** Early Language Development is organized by One Excellence English Hub. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Early Language Development is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. 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