Speech and Language Hartlepool
All children deserve a good start in life. Learning to talk, listen and understand helps children grow and do well. When children can speak clearly, share ideas and play with others, it helps them learn at school. Good language skills early on help children succeed later.
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Let's Get Talking!
We know that it can be hard to know where to start if you are worried about your child’s development. If you think your child is facing challenges with talking and understanding words, we are here to help you.
Child Development
Is your child on track? Click here to see Speech and Language UK’s development stages and learn how children usually communicate at different ages. If you have any worries, you’re not alone – many children develop at different speeds. Friendly, non‑judgemental support is available, and we’re here to help.
Speech and Language UK have FREE resources and services that can help with understanding what to look out for, child’s speech, language and communication milestones, how to get support and even some simple ways you can help your child at home.
Limit use of Screens!
Limit total screen time for young children, wherever possible. The government has published new, evidence‑informed guidance to help parents of under 5s navigate screen time, offering practical advice to support informed choices to help little brains develop healthy screen habits.
Hartlepool Libraries
You can visit your local library to choose a book to read with your child. Libraries are free, welcoming spaces with lots of books for all ages, so it’s easy to find something your child will enjoy. Reading together helps build your child’s speech, language and listening skills, supports their imagination, and strengthens your bond. Sharing stories regularly can also help children feel confident and ready to learn as they grow.
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Useful Links
Guide to Positive Parenting – NSPCC Learning
Dealing with child behavioural problems – NHS
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Offering advice and support for parents
Hartlepool Family Hubs offer a wide range of free support for parents to help you on your parenting journey.
Providing free support for families
Being a new parent can be overwhelming, and we want to make sure that you have the resources and support you need.
What's On
All of our Family Hubs run in-person events every week.
Take a look at what’s on this week and call to book your place.
- Every Monday
Navigator Drop-In
- Free drop-in session to speak to our friendly navigators about any and all issues.
- 1pm - 2.30pm
- Middleton Grange Family Hub
- Every Monday
Wellies in the Woods (BOOKING ONLY)
- Play group involving outdoor activities, story time and more. You must ring 014292444 to book your free place.
- 1pm - 2.30pm
- Rossmere Family Hub
- Every Tuesday
Free Play Session
- Drop-in group. Come and join us for a fun session for all children under 5 years.
- 1pm - 2.30pm
- Middleton Grange Family Hub
- Every Wednesday
Sing and Sign
- Payable session of £5 cash only on entry to session. 20 children's spaces available - first come, first served. Suitable for all children under 5.
- 1.45pm - 2.30pm
- Rossmere Family Hub
- Every Thursday
Free Play Session
- Drop-in group. Come and join us for a fun session for all children under 5 years.
- 9.30am - 11am
- Middleton Grange Family Hub
- Every Friday
Health Visitor Advice Drop-In & Baby Weigh Clinic
- Play opportunity for non-walkers, baby weigh in and get your free healthy start scheme vitamins.
- 9.30am - 11am
- Rossmere Family Hub
Register with us
Fill out the regsitration form below for updates on our in person and virtual classes and other types of support relevant to you! Please download and read the Consent Form before applying.
Register with us
Fill out the form below for updates on our in person and virtual classes and other types of support relevant to you! Please download and read the Consent Form before applying.