Hills Speech & Learning Centre

Hills Speech & Learning Centre We are a speech pathology service that assists children of all ages and abilities in developing their communication and academic skills. www.hslc.com.au

Hills Speech and Learning Centre’s speech pathology service assists children of all ages and abilities in developing their communication and academic skills. We are registered to provide support for National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants. Our high-quality intervention programs are evidence-based and stem from the latest research, and can be tailored to suit the specific needs of your child. We believe that families are the centre of a child’s world and can be empowered to support their children—hence, we deliver individualised services to support families in participating in all aspects of their child’s therapy to achieve positive outcomes. We provide individual, peer and group-based intervention services which suit children with a range of different abilities and needs. In addition, we offer training in the form of informative and hands-on workshops to those wishing to up-skill their staff or community. Our services are available throughout the week from Monday to Saturday. Our waiting times are also kept to a minimum, so you won’t be put on a waiting list and forgotten!

28/02/2026

Consider consulting a paediatric speech pathologist if:

Stuttering lasts longer than 6 months
It is getting worse
The child shows frustration or avoids talking
There is tension (eye blinking, facial strain)
There is a family history of persistent stuttering
Early support makes a big difference.

At HSLC, we practiced gratitude this week.Using simple, meaningful gestures like giving flowers, handing out stickers, a...
21/02/2026

At HSLC, we practiced gratitude this week.
Using simple, meaningful gestures like giving flowers, handing out stickers, and saying “thank you,” our little learners practiced:
🌼 Using polite phrases
🌼 Making eye contact
🌼 Taking turns in conversation
🌼 Expressing feelings with words
🌼 Understanding kindness and social

Through these small but powerful moments, our children are building not just speech and language skills, but confidence, empathy, and meaningful communication.
Because at HSLC, we believe communication is more than words!

First week back and children were already having loads of fun in group and individual sessions!
08/02/2026

First week back and children were already having loads of fun in group and individual sessions!

With schools opening in a week, this AAC chat board supports children as they navigate their first few weeks back. Enjoy...
25/01/2026

With schools opening in a week, this AAC chat board supports children as they navigate their first few weeks back. Enjoy the final week of holidays!

Credit: Two Way Street – “Back to School”

Communication Milestones Guide:The child demonstrates communication skills that are developing along expected milestones...
18/01/2026

Communication Milestones Guide:
The child demonstrates communication skills that are developing along expected milestones. Early communication skills such as eye contact, joint attention, and use of gestures are emerging/established. Receptive language skills include understanding familiar words and simple instructions, while expressive language skills are demonstrated through vocalisations, single words, and/or early word combinations appropriate for their developmental stage. Speech sound development and play-based communication skills are consistent with current age expectations, with ongoing opportunities to support language expansion through everyday interactions.

18/01/2026

Vocabulary Milestones:

Every child develops at their own pace, but as a general guide:
-12 months: ~1–5 words (plus gestures)
-18 months: ~20 words; starting to learn new words quickly
-24 months: ~50+ words and beginning to combine words (e.g. “more milk”)
-3 years: 200+ words; short sentences, understood by familiar adults.

Remember, these are guidelines, not rules. If you ever have any concerns about your child’s speech or language, it’s always best to get it checked out early as early support makes a big difference!

15/01/2026

Easy speech therapy tips while you enjoy spending time with your child. Little moments every day make a big difference.

-Use choices: Offer two options (e.g. “Do you want apple or banana?”) to encourage talking.
-Talk, talk, talk: Describe what you’re doing during daily routines (shopping, cooking, travelling).
-Read together daily: Talk about the pictures and ask simple questions.
-Play games: Turn-taking games support listening, attention, and language.

Keep it fun, positive and relaxed: Short, playful practice works best.

06/01/2026

The clinic is currently closed for a break and will reopen on Monday, 27 January 2026. I look forward to welcoming you back then.
While sessions are on hold, here are a few simple speech and language tips you can use at home:
Talk during everyday routines – describe what you’re doing while cooking, getting dressed, or travelling.
Read together daily – talk about the pictures, ask simple questions, and encourage your child to point to or name items.
Pause and wait – give your child extra time to respond or attempt words without rushing them.
Model, don’t correct – repeat your child’s words back clearly and correctly rather than asking them to “say it again.”
Keep it fun and pressure-free – short, playful interactions are more effective than long practice sessions.
If you need to get in touch, please feel free to email info@hslc.com.au, and I’ll respond once the clinic reopens.
Keep it simple, fun, and positive.
Have a safe break!

01/01/2026

“Happy New Year! Wishing you a joyful year ahead filled with progress, confidence, and success.”

We’re spreading holiday cheer with a special Santa visit at our speech clinic! 🎅🎁 Let’s celebrate progress, confidence, ...
18/12/2025

We’re spreading holiday cheer with a special Santa visit at our speech clinic! 🎅🎁 Let’s celebrate progress, confidence, and communication this season!

Teaching Gratitude to young children is very important. Gratitude means looking at the good things around us and feeling...
28/11/2025

Teaching Gratitude to young children is very important. Gratitude means looking at the good things around us and feeling glad. Even small things—like sunshine, a tasty snack, or a cozy hug—are special. Let’s practice saying thank you for the good things in our day!”

Explain children everyday, something kind and wonderful happens to us. Maybe a friend shares a toy, a teacher helps us, or someone gives us a big smile. When we notice these kind things and say ‘thank you,’ we get more happiness.

Fun learning day today!Stay tuned for fun- filled week celebrating reading, language, and communication at HSLC.I will b...
17/11/2025

Fun learning day today!
Stay tuned for fun- filled week celebrating reading, language, and communication at HSLC.
I will be running engaging literacy activities to support phonological awareness, vocabulary growth, narrative skills, and early reading development.

Address

Westmore Drive
Sydney, NSW
2125

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61423967919

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