Unlocking Language

Unlocking Language An award winning, independent Speech and Language Therapy Service in London.

28/04/2026

In my bucket, I found something special. I wonder what it is. Open it… a rainbow appears, bouncing and spinning. Bright, colourful, and full of movement, it captures attention straight away.

Bucket time is a simple but powerful way to build attention and listening skills. The clear structure helps children know what to expect, while the fun element keeps them engaged.

It also supports language development. Children hear repeated words and phrases, learn new vocabulary like colours and actions, and begin to join in with simple comments.

A short, playful activity like this creates shared focus, encourages communication, and makes learning feel exciting and manageable.

21/04/2026

Using Mr Potato Head with a simple visual choice board is a powerful way to build early language skills through play.

By presenting two clear options like “ear” or “mouth”, children are learning how to make choices, process language, and connect words to objects in a meaningful way. This supports understanding before speech, which is a key foundation for communication.

Activities like this also encourage joint attention, turn taking, and early expressive language as children begin to point, reach, or attempt words to show their preference.

Simple, engaging, and full of language learning opportunities. Play really is the work of childhood.

17/04/2026

So much more than “just sorting” 👀

In this activity, we’re working on two-step instructions like “give me the green square” or “find the red circle” but look a little closer and you’ll see just how much language is being developed at once…

Children are learning to:
• listen and process key words (colour + shape)
• understand and follow multi-step instructions
• build vocabulary (colours, shapes, concepts)
• develop attention and memory skills
• link words to meaning through action

What looks simple is actually layered with rich language opportunities. Repetition, modelling, and play all come together to strengthen understanding in a way that feels natural and engaging.

Language isn’t taught in isolation, it’s built through moments like this ✨

01/04/2026

Spray painting fun 🎨✨

A super easy, low language sensory activity that creates lots of opportunities for rich language input. Model simple colour words, action words like spray mix and splash, and short phrases while your child explores. You can comment on what they are doing, label colours as they appear, and talk about changes as colours mix together.

Then dive in and use hands to explore even more, supporting understanding through repetition, visuals and real experiences. A fun and engaging way to build language while learning colours through play 🌈🖐️

We are hiring at Unlocking Language!Are you a Newly Qualified Speech & Language Therapist or a Band 6 Specialist SLT rea...
29/03/2026

We are hiring at Unlocking Language!

Are you a Newly Qualified Speech & Language Therapist or a Band 6 Specialist SLT ready to make real impact?

Come and join a multi-award-winning team where you are not just doing a job, you are becoming a Changemaker.

Our mission: Deliver 1 million hours of therapy by 2030.
Our belief: Speech & language therapy should be accessible, impactful, and transformative for every child and family.

📍 Based in the heart of the East End of London
🏆 Home to award-winning SEN clinics
🏫 Supporting schools for over 13 years
💡 Pioneers in independent speech & language therapy

We don’t just talk innovation, we live it:
• Dedicated tech team
• AI-powered resources
• Strong admin support so you can focus on what matters most which is therapy

Join a team with a powerful brand, a clear mission, and a culture built on excellence and empowerment.

If you are ready to be the change, we want to hear from you.

👉 Apply now / DM us to learn more https://unlockinglanguage.co.uk/job-openings/

20/03/2026

Ready… steady… GO!

It looks like a simple game… but it’s doing so much for your child’s development.

“Ready, steady, go” games (like our balloon car 🎈🚗) are powerful because they build:

• anticipation and attention
• understanding of routines
• listening and following cues
• early expressive language (that excited “GO!” moment!)
• turn-taking and shared interaction

The magic is in the pause.

When you say “ready… steady…” and wait, you’re giving your child a chance to:
•look at you
• listen carefully
•predict what’s coming next

Over time, that pause encourages them to join in, first with eye contact or movement, and eventually with the word “go!”

This is how communication develops: through repetition, connection, and shared moments.

You don’t need special equipment to try this at home. You can use it in everyday play:
• bubbles
• toy cars
• swings or slides
• running races
• even letting go of a balloon

Just remember: say it slowly… and PAUSE before “go.”

18/03/2026

Today is Swallowing Awareness Day, led by .

Many people are surprised to learn that speech and language therapists don’t just support communication, we also specialise in feeding and swallowing.

Feeding difficulties are more common than people think.
Up to 50% of children may experience feeding challenges at some stage, and this is even higher for children with additional needs.

At our feeding clinic, we support babies, children, teenagers and young adults with eating, drinking and swallowing.

Our initial feeding assessment looks at the whole picture:
• How your child uses their lips, tongue and jaw (oral-motor skills)
• How they chew and swallow safely
• Their posture and positioning during mealtimes
• How they respond to different textures, tastes and sensory experiences
• Mealtime behaviours and your child’s relationship with food

We work with children who may:
• Struggle with chewing or swallowing
• Have very limited diets or selective eating (including ARFID)
• Have autism, developmental delay or medical needs
• Have had early feeding difficulties or prematurity

Following assessment, we provide personalised therapy and practical strategies to help your child feel more safe, confident and comfortable with eating.

Feeding is not just about food, it’s about health, development and everyday family life.

If you have concerns about your child’s eating or drinking, contact your local speech therapist.

Address

Unlocking Language, Unit 3, 12 Pepper Street
London
E149RP

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

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+442075369299

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