Communication and interaction needs usually covers children and young people who have particular difficulties with

  • social interaction
  • language
  • communication with others 
  • imagination

Attention and listening skills

Listening and attention skills are key in helping children develop communication and language. Difficulties with this can impact on a pupils ability to learn and can be experienced for a wide range of reasons.

The environment they are learning in can make a difference. Use The Communication Trust’s checklist to see if your classroom is a communication friendly environment. 

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Social communication and interaction 

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Spoken and expressive language 

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Understanding and processing

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