Stammering can be very common in children ages 3-5 years, particularly when they are developing their language skills. Typically, development stammering will naturally resolve within 12 months. For some children, stammering is something that may persist into later childhood and adulthood.
Ensure strategies are in place and that all Early Years practitioners are aware of how to support stammering.
Early Years practitioners to consider referral to Speech and Language therapy if stammer persists, the child becomes aware or concerned about it or the family are concerned about it. See ISCAN Speech and Language Therapy (SLT).
Early Years practitioners to consider setting up small group work around building confidence if appropriate to child with a consistent adult.
Early Years practitioners to refer to Speech and Language therapy for further advice and support around stammering. See ISCAN Speech and Language Therapy (SLT).
