Introduction to the Early Years Communication and Language Support Team - Plymouth (EYCLST) by https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h en-us 2026-01-06 12:13:27 UTC 2026-06-25 13:38:19 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads-usc1.storage.googleapis.com/3458825224/2cd016a42c54161560e6cbef03d9eb7f/Screen_Shot_2025_03_10_at_19_28_16__2_.png Meet the Team eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741201896 The Early Years Communication and Language Support Team is made up of Specialist Teachers for children with language and complex social communication needs. 

 

]]> 2026-01-06 12:22:04 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741201896 What is EYCLST? eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741207790 This team of specialist teachers works to support Early Years Foundation Stage-aged children who are presenting with a range of Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) that require specialist advice and support, such as  Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and ASD. 

]]> 2026-01-06 12:29:46 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741207790 Our Aims eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741210100 The EYCLST aims to:

  • To support early years settings to embed whole-setting approaches to inclusive educational practice for communication and interaction.

  • Support settings in the identification and assessment of learners with speech and language and social communication needs and contribute to the planning of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

  • Promote the participation of children and young people and their parents and carers.

  • To provide targeted and specialist educational advice and teaching strategies for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) children presenting with communication and language difficulties, or social communication needs.

  • To guide settings to effectively integrate children using the PCC Graduated Approach to Inclusion.

  • To provide individualised early intervention to promote social inclusion and enhance attainment across the early years sector.

  • To promote inclusive practice through training, modelling of effective strategies and provision.

  • To undertake virtual drop-in sessions, providing advice and support to settings focussing on communication and language needs and development.

  • To deliver support packages for individual children via referral.

]]> 2026-01-06 12:32:36 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741210100 Accessing EYCLST Services eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741210998 To access the EYCLST service, please download and complete a Request for More Help form attached.

]]> 2026-01-06 12:33:42 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741210998 How to Contact Us eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741215300 We are based at Plym Bridge Nursery School, Estover, PL6 8UN

Call us on 01752 769856

Email us on eyclst@plymbridge.net

]]> 2026-01-06 12:38:55 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741215300 Virtual Drop-in Sessions  eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741221514 The EYCLST are offering half-termly virtual drop-in sessions. 

These sessions can provide advice and support on: 

  • Individual children in your setting.  

  • Communication supportive environmental advice. 

  • Communication aspects of the OAP. 

  • General communication and language queries. 


Please be aware that if you are discussing a child, you have consent from parents before the virtual drop-in. 


https://calendly.com/jkemp-plymbridge/eyclst-drop-in-sessions  

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]]> 2026-01-06 12:48:47 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741223937 Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Blog eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741229124 This blog explores the importance of recognising and supporting Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) in the early years.

]]> 2026-01-06 12:54:09 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3741229124 Creating Language Rich Environments Blog eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3743114511 Creating Language Rich Environments - Tips for Early Years Practitioners

]]> 2026-01-07 16:03:44 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3743114511 Total Communication Blog eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3743117949 The Power of Total Communication for Nursery Starters

]]> 2026-01-07 16:06:41 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3743117949 We deliver Training eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3749350724 At EYCLST, we can deliver bespoke in house training on many different areas of communication and language, helping to support settings in bringing a Total Communication friendly environment.


Please contact us to request training:

email: eyclst@plymbridge.net

phone: 01752 769856

]]> 2026-01-13 12:20:40 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3749350724 Neuroinclusive Education Network (NEN) eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3749379947 EYCLST are proud to deliver NEN training in Plymouth alongside Plymouth City Council, delivering a range of modules to enhance Early Years settings support for children with neurodiversity.


Please keep an eye out on the Early Years Bulletin for future training dates and use the website to learn more.

]]> 2026-01-13 12:50:47 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3749379947 NEN Spring 2026 Module Training Dates eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3753732450 Email: edutrain@plymouth.gov.uk to book on any of this training.

]]> 2026-01-16 16:27:26 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3753732450 Recommendations for Home eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3821253658 Please find attached a Padlet for parents/carers to support their child with their communication and language at home.

]]> 2026-03-11 14:05:21 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3821253658 Recommendations for Early Years Settings eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3821256593 This is a Padlet with some recommendations and resources to support children with their communication and language.

]]> 2026-03-11 14:06:59 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3821256593 Training Opportunity eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3957831606 2026-06-18 14:39:50 UTC https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3957831606 ShREC Approach eyclst https://padlet.com/eyclst/qyjesx2s8xofig8h/wish/3964482921 The ShREC approach is an evidence-based communication framework developed by educators and the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) to improve the quality of adult-child interactions in early years settings.


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