Why Makaton?

Being able to communicate is one of the most important skills we need. From communicating our needs, wants, thoughts and feelings, almost everything we do involves communication. 

Makaton uses signs and symbols alongside spoken language to support the development of the understanding of and use of speech, and is used by over 100,000 adults and children to support their communication around the world. 

By beginning to explore the use of Makaton within our school setting means that our school is accessible to everyone, including those who may find communication difficult. 

Here are a few of the considered benefits of using Makaton:

• to help develop looking, listening and attention skills;
• to help develop understanding of speech and scaffold the use of spoken language;
• to help children and adults makes themselves understood using signs and symbols to communicate their needs, wants, thoughts and feelings. 

Follow the links on the Let's Talk Makaton page for more information, including the Sign of the Week. 

Happy signing!