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DELTA is a national charity which supports deaf children and their families and professionals.

DELTA, Deaf Education through Listening and Talking, is a voluntary association of young deaf adults, the families and teachers of deaf children. DELTA is a national charity which supports and develops the Natural Aural Approach to the education of deaf children. We want a world in which deaf children are able to realise their full potential within their communities and we believe this is best ach

ieved through support to learn to listen and, thereby, acquire spoken language. We believe that the vast majority of deaf children can learn to listen and talk. We believe that all parents of deaf children should be given this option. Based on improving knowledge of the effectiveness of natural auralism, we aim to make a positive difference in the lives of deaf children and their families through sharing information, influencing training, providing support and campaigning for change. Both the Approach and the Association trace their origins back to a group of teachers of the deaf working together from 1980 to improve the outcomes for deaf children. The Association exists for the Approach and the Approach exists because of the work of the members of the Association.

21/07/2025

📢 Upcoming DELTA CPD Opportunity – Language Course with Sue Lewis

We’re pleased to offer a new professional development opportunity for those who have previously registered for a DELTA CPD session.

Sue Lewis will be delivering a Language course designed specifically for DELTA participants.

🔹 Starts with a face-to-face session (10:00–15:00) – a valuable chance to connect and engage with the topic in depth
🔹 Held in two locations to maximise access:
• Manchester area (North)
• West of London (South)
🔹 Scheduled on a Tuesday or Saturday in October
🔹 Followed by two or three online sessions
🔹 Includes some preparatory and follow-up tasks

📩 Expressions of interest are now open
Please fill out the survey in the link below by close of play on Wednesday 23rd July to be considered.

LINK: https://us2.list-manage.com/survey?u=68864dc089b1781a02e019727&id=d6d0aa094e&attribution=false

This is an excellent opportunity to learn from Sue Lewis and deepen your understanding of language assessments.

05/06/2025

Join our next online CPD session for professionals who work with deaf children!

We invite you to attend our next CPD session on Thursday 19th June at 3.30pm - 4.30pm - open to Teachers of the Deaf, Speech and Language Therapists, Audiologists, ENTs, and all professionals supporting deaf children.

We’re delighted to feature Dr Hannah Cooper (Lecturer in Audiology at UCL) as our speaker, presenting on:
“Understanding the sound environments of young children: potential implications for radio aid use”

To reserve your spot, please register on our website here:

https://deafeducation.org.uk/cpd/

We hope to see you there!

08/05/2025

It’s Deaf Awareness Week!

Our young deaf adults and parents of deaf children share their stories of their life.

https://deafeducation.org.uk/home/about-us/delta-stories/

05/05/2025

It’s !

Here are a few tips to learn when communicating with a person who is deaf or has hearing loss.

What’s your tip?

27/04/2025

Happy London Marathon Day!

Our fantastic five runners will be taking part in the 26.1 mile race throughout the capital today whilst fundraising for DELTA. We wish Ryan, Lucy, Heulwen, Claire and TJ the absolute luck and to enjoy the experience.

They have had months of training and fundraising to prepare for the run (it looks like to be nice weather today) and at last count, they have raised nearly a brilliant £5,000 so far for DELTA. We are delighted to say that some of these funds will be going towards the development of our new parent guide - a resource for families of deaf children, to find and be signposted to much needed support.

Please do support them either by following them on the race, cheer for them when you see them on TV or even donating to their pages to say thank you.

Ryan: https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/ryan-burt
Lucy: https://www.justgiving.com/page/lucy-ellis-davies-1718717428178
TJ: https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/trevor-rowlands
Heulwen: https://www.justgiving.com/page/heulwen-hindson-3
Claire: https://www.justgiving.com/page/claire-linton-13

09/03/2025

DELTA (Deaf Education through Listening and Talking) is a small charity, started in 1980 by a group of teachers of the deaf, passionate about giving deaf children and their families the information and skills they needed to ensure that they had the best possible start in life and were able to seize their opportunities.

DELTA believes that the majority of deaf children can learn to speak the language of the home, with appropriate amplification and support. This enables them to be an active independent part of the family and wider community.

We are looking for people with the skills to help steer the charity through the next phase as we look for ways to work with families and professionals in the new digital era when families and authorities are strapped for cash and time! Either as part of the trustee board which is made up of professionals, parents and deaf adults or to help with a specific task.

The trustees meet face to face once a year, one weekend in the autumn and online on the last Thursday evening of each month, the meeting is usually 1 ½ to 2 hours. Sub groups meet to suit their members.

We have six online professional CPD sessions each year and online drop-in sessions for families. We have recently enjoyed meeting up with some of the volunteers with regional reunions, and there is enthusiasm to hold face to face events for families again.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting the charity to promote opportunities for deaf children and or are interested in joining the trustees, we would love to hear from you.

Email us at enquiries@deafeducation.org.uk

We look forward to hear from you!

03/03/2025

Join our next online CPD session for professionals who work with deaf children!

We invite you to attend our next CPD session on Thursday 20th March at 3.30pm - 4.30pm - open to Teachers of the Deaf, Speech and Language Therapists, Audiologists, ENTs, and all professionals supporting deaf children.

We’re delighted to feature Claire Allison as our speaker, presenting on:

“Supporting Childminders to deliver effective provision for deaf children”

To reserve your spot, please register on our website here: https://deafeducation.org.uk/cpd/

We hope to see you there!

12/11/2024

Upcoming online CPD session for professionals who work with deaf children!

We invite you to attend our next CPD session on Thursday, 21st November at 3:30 pm, open to Teachers of the Deaf, Speech and Language Therapists, Audiologists, ENTs, and all professionals supporting deaf children.

We’re delighted to feature Sue Lewis as our speaker, presenting on “Language, Language Assessments, and Natural Auralism – laissez-faire or rigorously tracked and responded to?” This session promises valuable insights into effective approaches and assessment strategies.

To reserve your spot, please register on our website here: https://deafeducation.org.uk/cpd/

We hope to see you there!

11/11/2024

🌟 We’d Love to Hear from You! 🌟

At DELTA, we’re so glad to be here supporting you and your deaf child! We want to make sure our services are as helpful as possible, and we’d love your feedback to keep improving. 💬

Could you spare a few minutes to fill out a short survey? Your thoughts will help us shape our support so it’s right for you and other families, whenever and wherever you need it most.

The survey focuses on our free bi-monthly online sessions, which we’re hoping to expand in 2025 to reach even more families! Your input would make a huge difference. 💙

Please find the link to the survey here: https://shorturl.at/RgpFz

Thank you for being a part of the DELTA family! ❤️

09/11/2024

🌟 Why Become a DELTA Trustee? 🌟

Our trustees are inspired by the real difference DELTA makes in the lives of deaf children and their families. They’re parents, educators, and advocates who want to give back—ensuring every child has the resources, support, and confidence to reach their potential. Luke, Cate, Lynn and Paul tells us why they have become trustees.

Being a trustee is about creating a world of possibilities for deaf children—building confidence, opening doors, and supporting every step of the way. Ready to make a difference? Join us in shaping brighter futures together! Fill out our expression of interest form in the link below and we will be in contact via email to discuss more: https://shorturl.at/YzvO9

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