Kudos offers comprehensive speech therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults in South Australia. We assist individuals with communication difficulties, including speaking, listening, and using language effectively. Kudos’ Speech Therapy program is tailored to individual needs and can include alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) methods. Kudos provides personalised assessments and interventions to support speech and language development, social skills and mealtime support. The program works across multiple AECD domains and supports group activities, educator upskilling, and parenting programs in early childhood settings. Key focus areas include:

• Language and communication skills: Group activities improve receptive and expressive language, speech sound production and social communication skills.
• Social skills development: Activities encourage turn-taking, sharing and cooperative play.
• Play-based learning: Therapy is integrated into play-based activities, making learning fun and engaging.
• Family involvement: Families receive resources and training to support their child's development at home.
• Collaboration with educators: Speech therapists work with you to incorporate speech and language activities into daily routines.

For more information on this support please visit: https://www.kudosservices.com.au/learning

Expected outcomes for this support are:

• Improved language and communication skills
• Improved play skills
• Improved social interaction skills
• Improved ability to implement strategies for promoting language development.

The frequency of Kudos’ speech therapy programs for group sessions can vary based on the children's needs and the goals of the therapy. General guidelines include:

• Group speech therapy sessions are typically held 1-2 times per week. This frequency allows for consistent practice and reinforcement of speech and language skills
• Each group session usually lasts between 30 to 45 minutes.
• Smaller groups, usually consisting of 3-5 children, are preferred to ensure each child receives adequate attention and support from the therapist
• Group sessions often focus on activities that promote communication, social interaction, and language development.

The support is delivered in-person hourly for $195, or can be scheduled in discounted blocks, up to a full day for $1,200. If travel is required, this will be charged at: Metro: No cost within 50kms of CBD Beyond 50kms of CBD: cost by negotiation. Country visits may be bundled with flights, car hire and/or accommodation.