Working with Schools - Apple Tree Speech & Language Therapy

Child enjoying a speech and language therapy session

We provide a speech and language therapy service in state and independent schools in the local area. Our therapists have NHS backgrounds and are experienced in working in a wide range of settings including specialist provisions and mainstream schools. We provide regular therapy individually and in small groups as needed. We understand that school resources are often stretched and aim to demonstrate skills and disseminate expertise to those working with the children everyday. We work in conjunction with teachers and teaching assistants and offer training informally or through workshops for education staff. We suggest relevant and practical solutions that will work in your setting for staff to support children with speech and language difficulties.

We can provide assessments and reports for EHCPs and annual reviews for individual clients or on a whole school basis.

Training for education

Our experienced therapists design and provide training for nursery and school staff on all topics related to children with communication difficulties and SEN. Let us know the training needs for your team.

Why Choose Apple Tree Speech and Language Therapy?

Established for over two decades with 40 years of combined experience in NHS & private practice
We provide specialist services to help your child, grow, flourish and reach their potential
We use a variety of techniques and therapeutic approaches based on clinical experience and research evidence.
We devise an individualised treatment plan for your child. Therapy is adapted to suit each child’s needs and interests
We work closely with you as parents to find appropriate strategies to develop your child’s communication in everyday life.
Therapy involves discovering what activities will motivate your child to communicate more effectively
We use games that your child enjoys and that can be easily incorporated into family or school routines.
Children are usually more relaxed in a familiar setting. Your child may be seen at home, nursery or school to suit his or her needs

Anna worked closely with our son's school and local services to get the best outcome for him

Anna’s knowledge of the local Kingston and Richmond education systems and her close relationships with other local professionals, such as developmental paediatricians and occupational therapists, really make her stand apart as an exceptional speech therapist. Our son needed the close intervention from a team of professionals and Anna was able to work well and collaborate. Anna worked closely with our son's school, teachers and Achieving for Children (local Borough and NHS services) to get the best outcome for him.

Cristina Sonnemann Kingston