Speech and language assessment

Evaluating the need for speech and language therapy

A speech and language assessment involves a series of tests that determine what sort of therapy programme is needed.

About

We carry out speech and language assessments on children and adults who are having difficulty speaking or swallowing. We work closely with ears, nose and throat (ENT) and neurology consultants so we can refer you if necessary. Likewise, people are sometimes referred for a speech and language assessment by an ENT or neurology consultant. This approach helps us to decide on the most appropriate, thorough treatment programme for you, your child or someone you care for. What the assessments involve depend on the nature of the patient's symptoms or condition. However, they usually involve an analysis of speech sounds and articulation, auditory processing screening (APD) and dyslexia screening. To investigate swallowing difficulties, we may suggest a videoflouroscopy or fibreoptic endoscopy. If you're a parent or carer, we try to keep you appropriately involved in the assessment process.

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The Portland Hospital

205 - 209 Great Portland Street

London

W1W 5AH

Children's enquiries 020 7390 8020
Maternity enquiries 020 7390 6068
Gynaecology enquiries 020 7390 6200
London Bridge Hospital

27 Tooley Street

London

SE1 2PR

Enquiries 0207 234 2009
Appointments 0207 234 2773
The Wellington Hospital

Wellington Place

London NW8 9LE

Appointments 0207 483 5148
Enquiries 020 3131 7478