- RCSLT registered
- Highly specialist SLTs
- Multidisciplinary team
- Neuroaffirming approach
- Cramlington, Northumberland
- RCSLT registered
- Highly specialist SLTs
- Neuroaffirming approach
Children’s SLT · Cramlington, Northumberland
Children’s SLT
Speech & Language Therapy for children who think differently
Private, specialist SLT from a Highly Specialist therapist. Child-led, play-based and genuinely effective. Delivered at our sensory-informed Hive clinic in Cramlington. No NHS waiting list.
GET STARTED
Not sure if your child needs Speech and Language Therapy?
Start with a free 20-minute call. We’ll listen and tell you honestly what we think will help.
- No referral letter needed
- No waiting list
- No diagnosis required
WHO WE HELP
Every child has something to say - we help them say it
Speech and Language Therapy covers everything a child needs to communicate - understanding language, using words, connecting with others and expressing emotions. At Speech Stuff, our SLT is child-led and relationship-based.
Unlike NHS and agency services, your child will work with the same therapist throughout - no handoffs, no gaps, no re-referrals.
Why private SLT?
NHS children’s SLT waiting lists in Northumberland regularly run to 12–18 months. Early intervention produces the best outcomes - the earlier a child gets support, the greater the impact.
Areas we serve
Cramlington, Northumberland, Newcastle, Ashington, Morpeth, Blyth and surrounding areas. Free parking at The Hive.
Linked with autism assessment
If your child is going through - or has had an autism assessment with us, therapy can begin immediately. No re-referral. Your therapist already knows your child.
CONDITIONS WE SUPPORT
We help children with a wide range of communication needs
Late language development
Total communication
Social communication & autism
AAC & alternative communication
Selective mutism
Stammering & fluency
Childhood apraxia of speech
EHCP & school support
Developmental language disorder
WHO WE HELP
How we work - and why it’s different
Child-led & play-based
Sessions follow the child’s interests. When children feel in control, they engage - and when they engage, they learn.
Total communication
We support every channel - speech, gesture, symbols, devices and play. No child expected to communicate in just one way.
Sensory-informed
As Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioners, we understand how a child’s sensory profile affects their communication and learning.
Carries into real life
Strategies and coaching so progress continues at home and school - not just in the clinic room.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Things parents often ask us
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can refer your child directly - no GP letter or NHS referral needed. Just get in touch.
Does my child need an autism diagnosis first?
Absolutely not. SLT is open to all children, regardless of diagnosis.
How often will my child need sessions?
Most children attend weekly or fortnightly. We’ll recommend a block length after the initial assessment.
Can therapy help with EHCPs?
Yes. We write EHCP-ready reports and liaise directly with schools and local authorities.
What if my child is already on the NHS waiting list?
Private therapy can run alongside the NHS wait. We’ll share our reports with NHS teams when the time comes.
How much does SLT cost?
Session fees are on our fees page. We’re happy to discuss what’s realistic on our free call.
GET STARTED
Come and meet the team
Book a free 20-minute call and find out whether Speech Stuff is the right fit for your family.