Promoting positive behaviour in young children with Down syndrome
Discover practical, evidence-based approaches to support positive behaviour, communication and learning for young children with Down syndrome in early years settings.
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Dr Rebecca Baxter
Dr. Rebecca Baxter as our Director of Education and Speech and Language Therapy. Becky is a speech and language therapist who specialises in Down syndrome and has worked with babies through to young adults with Down syndrome. Becky is also involved in a number of research projects across speech, language and education issues associated with Down syndrome. Becky completed her PhD in 2023 at University College London, which involved developing and evaluating a language intervention for children with Down syndrome. Becky is passionate about supporting speech and language therapists and is currently chair of the Down Syndrome Clinical Excellence Network. She has delivered training to speech and language therapists across the UK and internationally.
Teaching pupils with Down syndrome: strategies to support literacy
Dr Becky Baxter shares four key strategies to develop reading and writing skills in pupils with Down syndrome. Learn practical ways to build sight words, teach phonics, support comprehension, and improve handwriting.
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Supporting Speech, Language and Communication in Early Years settings
Discover practical strategies to support speech, language and communication in early years settings for children with Down syndrome. Learn tips for building vocabulary, promoting speech, and encouraging social interaction.
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Supporting children with Down syndrome in early years settings: understanding learning strengths and challenges
Discover practical strategies for supporting children with Down syndrome in nursery and EYFS settings. Learn how to use visuals, adapt routines, build speech and language skills, and create inclusive environments where every child can thrive.
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Targeted strategies for teaching pupils with Down syndrome
Discover targeted strategies for teaching pupils with Down syndrome. Build on their learning strengths, address challenges, and create inclusive classrooms where every child can thrive.
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How Down Syndrome UK supports education: Early years, primary schools and parents
Discover Down Syndrome UK’s education services for nurseries and schools, plus support for parents, behaviour and communication.
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How to support a child with Down syndrome in mainstream primary school: Practical tips and funding help for professionals
Discover practical strategies, resources and funding guidance to support a child with Down syndrome in mainstream primary school. Tips for teachers and professionals on inclusion, communication, learning and EHCPs.
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10 tips to help a child with Down syndrome settle into nursery
Discover practical strategies to support children with Down syndrome in settling into nursery. From preparation and communication to routines and social interaction, these tips help create a smooth and positive transition.
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How to support a child with Down syndrome in nursery: Practical tips and funding help for professionals
Discover practical strategies and funding guidance for nurseries supporting children with Down syndrome, including SENIF, DAF and training resources.
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8 tips to help a child with Down syndrome settle into primary school
Helping children with Down syndrome settle into primary school requires careful planning and collaboration to create a learning environment tailored to their individual needs. Here's how to make the transition smoother:
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