Soundswell Speech and Language Therapy Solutions

28/04/2026

There are big changes being proposed to funding, and they could affect both schools and families.

With new investment for teacher training and possible changes to EHCPs, support for children with additional needs may start to look quite different.

But what does this actually mean day to day? And will it make support easier to access for children and families?

We’ve taken a closer look in our latest blog 👇
https://www.soundswellspeech.com/proposed-new-send-funding-what-could-it-mean-for-schools-and-families/

Proposed SEND funding reforms could reshape support for schools and families. Explore what changes to EHCPs and teacher training may mean in practice.

17/04/2026

Cyber Security – A Team Effort 🔐

We’re really pleased to share that Soundswell has once again achieved Cyber Essentials certification for 2026 🎉

Keeping information safe is a priority for us, and while cyber security might not be the most exciting topic, it plays a vital role in how we operate every day.

What makes it work? A true team effort!
From reviewing policies and completing assessments, to carrying out regular laptop checks, everyone plays a part in keeping our systems secure.

A big thank you to our team and trusted external specialists who support us through the process each year 👏

If you’d like to learn more about Cyber Essentials and why it matters, check out our latest blog post - https://www.soundswellspeech.com/cyber-security-a-team-effort/

02/04/2026

📣 Schools – are you thinking ahead to next year?

Now is the perfect time to plan your speech and language therapy provision for the coming academic year. It might feel early, but securing funding, planning budgets, and ensuring everything is in place for September takes time!

At Soundswell, we support schools every step of the way with:
✔️ Regular reviews
✔️ Clear impact reports
✔️ A consistent therapist who understands your setting

If you’re looking for a provider, or thinking of making a change, read our latest blog - https://lnkd.in/eBed9xTR, we’d love to hear from you!💬

📩 info@soundswellspeech.com

27/03/2026

✨Thinking about going independent as a Speech and Language Therapist?

If you’re based in the West Midlands or Staffordshire, there’s never been a better time to explore Independent Practice (IP) - and we’re here to help!

Join our friendly and informative webinar on Tuesday 14th April where we’ll walk you through what IP really looks like, how to get started, and what to expect along the way.

💬 Perfect if you’re:
• Curious about working for yourself
• Looking for more flexibility
• Ready for a new challenge

📅 Tuesday 14th April at 7:30pm
🎟️ Save your spot now - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hPvuYLutQpCpwo_9-QotGA

Tag a fellow SLT who might be interested 👇

25/03/2026

After 27 years at Stanville Primary School, Andy Runacres is retiring and starting an exciting new chapter.

We’ve loved working with Andy and the amazing team at Stanville over the past 8 years. It’s such a welcoming school with staff who truly care about giving children the best support, especially when it comes to speech and language development.

Andy will be hugely missed, and we wish him all the very best for the future 🌟 https://lnkd.in/eBpdsJCX

We’re also looking forward to meeting Debbie Sullivan, who will be joining as the new Headteacher this Summer term, and continuing our valued partnership with the school 🫶

20/03/2026

Last Saturday, HYFC Under 8s, the team proudly sponsored by Soundswell, was invited along to West Bromwich Albion's training ground to play against their young Academy players ⚽

It was a fantastic and very memorable day filled with excitement, smiles, and brilliant football - one the Harborne Youth players (and their parents!) won’t forget anytime soon.

A huge thank you to West Bromwich Albion for the opportunity!💙

18/03/2026

📣 Welcome to the second post in our latest series...

Every teacher is a teacher of SEND.

It’s a phrase many people working in education will recognise from the SEND Code of Practice (2014).

But in 2026, schools are facing growing challenges in supporting pupils with a wide range of needs.

Across the country, many schools have introduced spaces like Hubs, Dens, Woodland Rooms and calming rooms to help pupils who need additional support during the school day.

In some schools these work brilliantly.

In others, staff are finding it harder to make them work as intended.

Often the difference isn’t the room itself - it’s the support, training and confidence of the staff working in them 🫶

A well-designed space can help.
But the real impact comes from skilled adults who know how to respond to pupils’ needs ✅

In our latest blog, we reflect on why investing in people is just as important as investing in provision.

03/03/2026

Over the coming weeks we'll be sharing a series of posts focused on the current state of affairs with SEND provisions in mainstream schools. We'll provide practical advice on how schools can be supported with the various scenarios they are facing.

Are Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN) the biggest area of SEND in your school?

You’re not alone.

In our latest blog, we share how commissioning specialist support helps our settings make a real difference.

Starting small, we gradually build support across all three intervention tiers - with clear impact for pupils and staff alike, supported by Soundswell.

📖 Read the full blog here: https://www.soundswellspeech.com/speech-language-communication-needs-in-schools-its-never-too-late-to-commission-extra-help/

13/02/2026

📣 Important training update for Speech & Language Therapists based in the West Midlands, Staffordshire or Shropshire...

Are you working in schools and need to update your safeguarding training?

We have places available on our upcoming session 'Safeguarding in Education: Latest Updates & Guidance - a bespoke refresher for SaLTs', which will be delivered by the wonderful County Safeguarding team.

📅 Friday 15th May, 11am - 1pm
📍 Harborne, Birmingham B17
💷 £45pp

Simply contact office@soundswellspeech.com for more details or to book your place - we look forward to welcoming you along!😊

15/12/2025

👨‍🎓Are you a newly or recently qualified SaLT, returning to practice or beginning work in mainstream schools?

Join us for a 1-day course titled ‘Working in Mainstream Schools’ on Friday 30th January at Quinborne Community Centre, Birmingham, when you’ll discover how to:

📍 Understand and apply the communication cycle
📍 Use effective tools to screen and identify SLCN
📍 Deliver a range of interventions with clarity and confidence
📍 Use resources flexibly across all levels of need
📍 Measure impact meaningfully and sustainably

We've been blown away by the fantastic feedback from recent attendees...

⭐ "Very beneficial for those of us who haven't yet started working, as we will go into the field with this valuable knowledge!"

⭐ "I really enjoyed it! The presentation was very informative and interactive. I love all the resources I’m leaving with. Thank you!"

⭐ "I thought today was brilliant! I loved all of the interactive tasks and discussions about implementation into clinical practice. The amount of resources signposted is amazing! Thank you so much!"

This course is perfect for individual SaLTs or to send a number of therapists from your team.

👉 Limited places are available, so book your place(s) now: https://lnkd.in/enPpXCHG or email us if you have any questions office@soundswellspeech.com

11/12/2025

✨The Soundswell team had a brilliant Winter (& slightly festive! 🎄) Training Day at Moor Pool Hall, Birmingham! It’s always lovely to bring our speech and language therapists together to share updates, learn something new and catch up properly.

We enjoyed a delicious lunch from Flavoured Fork - Catering before diving into an excellent presentation on Artificial Intelligence, alongside the launch of our new AI Guidelines.

Our highlight of the day was guest speaker Helen Georgiou, Strategic Improvement Lead with the SEN Assessment and Review Service (SENAR) at Birmingham City Council. Helen gave us a really clear and informative update on the latest EHCP changes and shared lots of practical insights that will help us support children and families even more effectively.

A big thank you to Helen for joining us - we hope to welcome her back again soon!

Read more about the day here - https://lnkd.in/epXc3CkD