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Neil Maslen

@Maslen

Director of Education, @SpeechAndLangUK. Views are my own.

 Totnes, Devon
Joined January 2009
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"Some 1-in-5 children struggle with speech & language, often due to socioeconomic disadvantage, neurodivergence, or developmental language disorder. Here's what's needed": our @IPPR 'Talking Inclusion' podcast with @Jane_Harris77, CEO of @SpeechAndLangUK: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…
"Every teacher is a language teacher" with Jane Harris

"Every teacher is a language teacher" with Jane Harris

Podcast Episode · Talking Inclusion… With Geoff Barton · 29 September 2025 · 31min

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The first objective of any reform to the SEND system is to improve outcomes for children who have been let down for far too long. We're listening and we're acting. We will build a support-first system where every child can achieve and thrive.
Bridget Phillipson, Education Secretary, meeting with representatives of the Disabled Children’s Partnership.

ALT Bridget Phillipson, Education Secretary, meeting with representatives of the Disabled Children’s Partnership.

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In September, I'll be running The Big Half to support @SpeechAndLangUK , a charity helping CYP with speech, language and communication needs. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. #Fundraising #HalfMarathon justgiving.com/page/cecilia-…
Cecilia's fundraiser for Speech and Language UK

Cecilia's fundraiser for Speech and Language UK

Help Cecilia Brogi raise money to support Speech and Language UK

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We know good practice that properly supports children with SEND exists, but for far too many families that’s not their experience. We must spread the best practice and build excellence for every child, everywhere. A better system is possible. Great to speak with @DCPcampaign
Photograph shows the Secretary of State for Education, Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP, with Anna Bird, Katie Ghose, and Jane Harris, from the Disabled Children’s Partnership, Westminster, May 2025.

ALT Photograph shows the Secretary of State for Education, Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP, with Anna Bird, Katie Ghose, and Jane Harris, from the Disabled Children’s Partnership, Westminster, May 2025.

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Thank you Baroness @GlenysThornton for the kind words! Speech and language development should be definitely be in the Children's Wellbeing Bill, given that a record-high 2M children in the UK now have speech and language challenges😞speechandlanguage.org.uk/the…
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🎙️ This morning, our CEO Jane and teacher Lauren joined BBC 5 Live Breakfast to discuss why our new campaign, #SupportNotSanctions, is so important — and why reform is needed in schools to make them fair for all children. Missed it? Catch up 2:40 ⬇️ bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002bf…
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I really enjoyed the opportunity to sit on the panel at the book launch of ‘The A-Z of Special Educational Needs’ by @Maslen and Lindsay Cooper Smith. Thank you for having me! If you’ve not read this book and you work in education, then it is a must! 🙌
Image from Siobhan Meredith (@SiobhanMered123)
Image from Siobhan Meredith (@SiobhanMered123)
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The interim curriculum review is a downright scandal. Why promise to embed vital speaking skills into the curriculum, then fail to make good at such a critical opportunity? The futures of our nation's children hang in the balance. Govt. must fix this! speechandlanguage.org.uk/abo…
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💬 'Most school-based mental health interventions are verbally mediated, yet a significant proportion of pupils have speech and language challenges' @SpeechAndLangUK CEO, Jane Harris buff.ly/Q6ArR1e
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📚 Don’t miss THE A-Z OF SEND 🗓️ Thursday, 20th March | 🕓 4:00 PM 📍 Barton Hill Academy, Torquay TQ2 8JA Discover The A-Z of SEND by @Maslen & Lindsay Cooper-Smith—a must-have resource for anyone supporting children with special needs!
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Excited to receive ‘The A-Z of Special Educational Needs’ by @Maslen & Lindsay Cooper-Smith! This promises to be a super resource for anyone working in SEND and I can’t wait to dive in. Thanks to Neil for sending it - looking forward to the launch! 🤩@SpeechAndLangUK @JohnCattEd
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Revisiting The Age of Unreason blinks.education/royBlatchfo… Charles Handy. One of the great influencers.
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Pupils at Dawn House have been busy filming a fantastic entry for the Shakespeare Schools Film Festival @cssf_uk! Their adaptation of The Tempest (with a twist!) is out now🌪📽 Read and watch on here🌟 speechandlanguage.org.uk/abo…
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Waiting lists for speech and language therapy are higher than ever. More and more families are relying on our advice line for help. And we can’t keep up with the demand. Give £5 this Christmas so we don't let families down when they need us most. 🎁💙 justgiving.com/campaign/spee…
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Yesterday, our fabulous Childcare department went pen-free for #NoPensDay! ✍️❌ Our Year 1 and Year 2 T-Level Childcare students took part in a series of pen-free activities which prioritised communication, active listening, and confidence building. This is to raise awareness for @SpeechAndLangUK, who focus on supporting children who struggle with language and words. The pupils developed skills which they can use in their future career to be mindful and supportive of children who have difficulties with speech and language. Great work everyone! 👏
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Image from Southport College (@southportcoll)
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Image from Southport College (@southportcoll)
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🚨Breaking news: Bloxwich Academy Primary will be taking part in #NoPensDay this year! 🤯🖋🚫 That’s right – we’re putting our pens down on Wednesday 27th November to raise awareness about the importance of communication skills in the classroom💙
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Find out why pupils from @poplarfarmsch are stacking shoes today, amongst a wide range of activities, including learning Morse Code: citacademies.co.uk/shoe-stac… #NoPensDay @SpeechAndLangUK @LEARNSENDHub
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Tomorrow is 'No Pens Day'!
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✍️🚫The English Faculty are excited to be taking part in #NoPensDay tomorrow! A day to champion oracy and celebrate learning through classroom conversation 🗣️Be prepared for debates, presentations and even a bit of sign language! Just remember - no pens allowed! @ReddenCourt
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Replying to @MillbrookY6
@MillbrookY6 @MillbrookY5_6 We are excited for No Pens Day tomorrow! 🚫🖊️📝 @MillbrookP
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Can you tell we’re excited about No Pens Day?! 🫨🙌 The biggest Show and Tell fundraiser ever is happening tomorrow. Will you and your class be going pen-free? 🚫🖋️ Share your #NoPensDay and tag us @SpeechAndLangUK 😻 Audio credits: @fj_hmusic youtube.com/watch?v=cGH1_yqi…
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