SLCN Resources: General information

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Developmental language disorder

A good overview of Developmental Language Disorder originally written by professionals who know what they are talking about.

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Developmental Language Disorder resources from the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

RCSLT have produced fact sheets, briefing papers, videos and infographics. Highly recommended for those who are new to DLD or who want concise information.

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DLD and me website

Classroom

This new website from the USA for all things Developmental Language Disorder is primarily aimed at parents. Lots of the content is applicable worldwide, and contains videos as well as written material.

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Educational Psychology and SLCN

A team from UCL discuss the role Educational Psychologists have to play in relation to speech, language and communication needs.

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Examples of good practice from across the UK

The 2018 Shine a Light Award winners provide inspiration for how schools and individuals are supporting Speech, Language and Communication Needs.

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LUCID practitioner Early Years resources

A collection of useful resources including articles, blogs, videos and short talks.

 

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RADLD Campaign

The Raising Awareness of DLD Youtube channel. Accessible, engaging videos about DLD. It was originally called RALLI, and uses the term ‘SLI’ in the older videos, but is now about Developmental Language Disorder.

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Speech Language and Communication Needs briefing paper from UK parliament

In July 2018 the UK Parliament held a Westminster Hall debate about the provision for children and young people with SLCN. In preparation for this a briefing paper was written. Very useful if you wish to know about the UK context.

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Ten strategies to support children with DLD

Parent friendly blog post providing simple strategies for supporting children with Developmental Language Disorder.

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The Language Problem: Building consensus on Developmental Language Disorder

University of Oxford have produced this brief video explaining Developmental Language Disorder in simple terms.

News

NAPLIC’s – SEND White Paper Response

Published 21st March, 2026

Thank you to all our NAPLIC members

Published 14th December, 2025

Conferences

NAPLIC Conference 2026

NAPLIC’s 2026 conference: DLD: Research, Practice and Lived Experience took place on Saturday 9th May at the Studio, Birmingham

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