LET'S TALK. Gill Pote's Speech and Language Therapy Room

LET'S TALK. Gill Pote's Speech and Language Therapy Room I blend evidence-based methods with a warm, intuitive, and child-led approach.

Speech and Language Therapist (SA & UK Registered) dedicated to empowering children and teens - both neurotypical and neurodivergent, to communicate, learn, and grow.

A MUST to include in a literacy intervention.
13/02/2026

A MUST to include in a literacy intervention.

12/02/2026

Words to heed....

11/02/2026
11/02/2026
A few months ago, I shared about one of the most difficult school support team meetings I have ever experienced — where ...
10/02/2026

A few months ago, I shared about one of the most difficult school support team meetings I have ever experienced — where I was verbally attacked and left feeling that true collaboration was impossible. To this day, I do not accept new referrals from that school, because I know that meaningful partnership in the best interests of the child will never be part of the process there.

Today, however, reminded me why I do what I do. 💛

I attended a multidisciplinary meeting at another local school, and the difference was extraordinary.

Respectful dialogue.
Shared concerns.
Open ideas.
Genuine collaboration.
And, most importantly — the child placed first. Not egos.

It was engaging, honest, thoughtful, and filled with shared purpose. A meeting where professionals and a grandmother, listened and supported one another, and worked together with heart and integrity.

Thank you to this school, its incredible learning support teacher, and one outstanding Grade 3 teacher. This is what inclusive, child-centred education looks like.
This is how change happens.
This is how children thrive.
Thank you for reminding me that true partnership still exists.

From My Room ⚘️

07/02/2026

Silent reading has long been a common classroom practice, and for students who already read fluently, it can be a valuable part of the day.

For students who struggle with reading, research shows that silent reading on its own does not build the skills they are missing. These students need explicit instruction, guided practice, and feedback to develop accurate and automatic word reading before independent reading can be truly beneficial.

Interesting. Food for thought.
07/02/2026

Interesting.
Food for thought.

It's hard to believe that we've been back in My Room for almost a month!It certainly has been busy.From My Room⚘️
07/02/2026

It's hard to believe that we've been back in My Room for almost a month!

It certainly has been busy.

From My Room⚘️

A little bit of fun😊
07/02/2026

A little bit of fun😊

17/01/2026

Address

Cape Town
7975

Opening Hours

Monday 07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:45 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 18:00
Thursday 07:15 - 18:00
Friday 07:00 - 18:00

Telephone

+27834151618

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