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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 4h
Finish the week creatively—join our online Fun Palaces workshops to explore story, imagination and play. Sign up: funpalaces.co.uk/fun-palace/s... Support StoryFUNd: send a story, have it performed and get an audio keepsake: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/storyfundsto... #FunPalaces
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Stories help us connect and imagine. We're teaming up with Fun Palaces to offer free online creative writing workshops via Story FUNd. For all ages - Join us to write, share and celebrate—start your story: funpalaces.co.uk/fun-palace/s... #StoryFUNd
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
This Friday and Saturday morning! 10-11am. Free! Fun! Speech Bubbles supports children's storytelling but why should they have all the fun! Come on grown ups and not so grown ups, lets get creating! Please share and repost!
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Thanks to everyone who joined us Friday to launch our Story FUNd campaign — we loved celebrating with you! You can still take part: submit a story to be performed or gift a Story FUNd voucher. Details: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/storyfundsto... #StoryFUNd #tellastory
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Final call — join us to celebrate our 5th anniversary and launch Story FUNd. Story quiz, creative activity, performers, plus food & drinks. Fri 25 Sep, 7–9:30pm at London Bubble. Suggested donation £25. www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l... #StoryFUNd
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Speech Bubbles from the School Staff view podcast — Speech Bubbles share.google/VpFoHAfoxlHw... on #NationalTAday reposting this podcast with Donna the TA supporting Speech Bubbles ar Discovery Primary.
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Speech Bubbles from the School Staff view podcast — Speech Bubbles
At the end of the academic year (2024-2025) Adam chatted with Donna, one of the TAs working with Speech Bubbles about the impact of Speech Bubbles on the children
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Stories connect us, spark imagination, and build understanding. At Speech Bubbles, storytelling guides all we do. Join our fundraising launch: an evening of stories, creativity, community & inspiration. 25 Sept • London Bubble Theatre. www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l... #StoryFUNd
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Bring a friend — everything’s better shared. Join our Story FUNd launch on 25 Sept with a colleague, family member or supporter. Quiz, creative activities, inspiring chats, food & drinks. Celebrate five years: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l... #StoryFUNd
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Our Speech Bubbles year is taking shape! Today at CLPE we hosted our second London induction, bringing school staff, practitioners and partners together to connect, share ideas and strengthen support for children through drama and storytelling. www.speechbubbles.org.uk/about-speech...
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
We're running free online creative writing workshops with Fun Palaces to spark imagination and celebrate Story FUNd—helping children find confidence and connection. No experience needed. Book your free place: funpalaces.co.uk/fun-palace/s... #StoryFUNd
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Speech Bubbles - Create a short story Fun Palace
JOIN OUR MOVEMENT 2 - 4 OCTOBER 2026
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
We’re bringing school staff, practitioners and theatre partners together for our first Speech Bubbles induction at Half Moon Theatre. Huge thanks to Flo and Adam for leading today. Here’s to a year of creativity, connection and children finding their voice. www.speechbubbles.org.uk/about-speech...
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Join us at our Story FUNd launch to meet performers who support our work. Hear their creative journeys, learn Speech Bubbles' impact, and celebrate five years of helping children find their voice. Fri 25 Sept. www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l...
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
We're excited to partner with Fun Palaces for our Story FUNd campaign to host free online creative writing workshops as part of Speech Bubbles. All levels welcome—play with ideas and craft a short story. Free to join: funpalaces.co.uk/fun-palace/s... #StoryFUNd
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Speech Bubbles - Create a short story Fun Palace
JOIN OUR MOVEMENT 2 - 4 OCTOBER 2026
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Become a Story FUNd Storyteller! We're looking for people who believe stories help children connect, communicate and thrive. Fundraise, donate or share why creativity and confidence matter. www.speechbubbles.org.uk/storyfundsto... #StoryFUNd #SpeechBubbles
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Story FUNd — Speech Bubbles
Take part in Story FUNd - create a story as a gift for someone and have it read by a professional actor!
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Today, Speech Bubbles practitioners are exploring how signs and gestures can support communication through Makaton training. Helping more children feel confident to join in, connect and express themselves. #SpeechBubbles #Makaton #CommunicationForAll
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Check out www.speechbubbles.org.uk we decided to stop using photos of children because of the #Safeguarding risks so we employed ... #HI (Human Illustrators)
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Speech Bubbles | Speech Bubbles
Speech Bubbles is a UK charity that uses drama to help children develop communication skills, confidence, creativity, wellbeing and participation. We work with schools and theatre partners across Engl...
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
As schools start autumn, many seek ways to boost children's communication, confidence and wellbeing. Speech Bubbles offers drama-based group sessions that build speaking, connecting and participation skills through creativity and play. Interested? www.speechbubbles.org.uk/for-schools #Oracy
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For Schools — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Every story begins when someone is heard. Join our Story FUNd launch to help Speech Bubbles keep nurturing children’s communication, confidence and creativity through drama. 25 Sept, London Bubble Theatre. Join us: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l... #StoryFUNd #SpeechBubbles
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Story FUNd Launch Event — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Give people time and space to create—what happens? As part of our Story FUNd campaign, we’re teaming with Fun Palaces to offer free online creative writing workshops. Open to everyone, no experience needed. Sign up: funpalaces.co.uk/fun-palace/s... #StoryFUNd #FunPalaces
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Speech Bubbles - Create a short story Fun Palace
JOIN OUR MOVEMENT 2 - 4 OCTOBER 2026
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Our Story FUNd launch evening is relaxed, welcoming and creative. Expect a gentle craft, a story quiz, meet performers, plus a veg buffet & drinks. No specialist knowledge—just bring yourself. Join us 25 Sept: speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-launch-event #StoryFUNd
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Story FUNd Launch Event — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Everyone has a story. Could yours change lives? Join Story FUNd — a fundraiser celebrating storytelling. Help Speech Bubbles empower children with communication, confidence and creativity through drama. Join: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/storyfundsto... #StoryFUNd #SpeechBubbles
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Story FUNd — Speech Bubbles
Take part in Story FUNd - create a story as a gift for someone and have it read by a professional actor!
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Garfield Weston Foundation @westonfdn.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
🎉 Happy #InternationalDayofCharity! We want to thank all the fantastic charities that spread kindness and support people in need across the UK. Let's celebrate the spirit of giving. 💙✨ #CharitySupport #KindnessMatters #UKCharities #MakeADifference #SpreadKindness
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
New school year — are we valuing creativity enough? Adam Annand’s new blog explores creativity’s impact on children’s development and why it should stand alongside other core skills. Read: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/blog-posts/we-need-to-talk-about-creativity-by-adam-annand #CreativityInEducation
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We need to talk about creativity! by Adam Annand — Speech Bubbles
Creativity is at the heart of Speech Bubbles. Through storytelling, drama and play, children build confidence, communication and belonging. Our latest evaluation shows creativity helps children…
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
We're sharing the Speech Bubbles Impact Report 2025–26 — showing how schools, theatre partners and supporters helped children build communication, confidence and connection through drama. Huge thanks to everyone involved. Read: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/research-rep... #SpeechBubbles #Oracy
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Speech Bubbles Annual Report 2025-2026 — Speech Bubbles
You can find out more about Speech Bubbles work in 2025-2026 please take a look at: Our Annual Report Our Impact Report
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
We're celebrating five years as an independent charity—join our Story FUNd launch. Fri 25 Sept, 7–9:30pm, London Bubble Theatre (SE16 4JD). A warm evening with supporters and partners. Limited spaces; suggested donation £25. Reserve: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l... #StoryFUNd
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Story FUNd Launch Event — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
A new school year brings chances to learn, grow and find a voice. We're excited to continue Speech Bubbles—using drama, stories and play to help children with speech, language and communication needs build confidence and connection. Could we support your school? www.speechbubbles.org.uk/for-schools
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For Schools — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Not long now! In a few weeks we’ll meet at London Bubble Theatre to mark five years as an independent charity, launch our Story FUNd campaign, and celebrate creativity, stories and the people who make it possible. Reserve your place: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l... #StoryFUNd #SpeechBubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
We're ready for another Speech Bubbles year. With partners, schools and practitioners, we’ll use drama and storytelling to build children’s confidence, creativity and oracy—boosting learning and wellbeing. Thanks to everyone who makes it possible. #SpeechBubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Summer’s ending — we’re preparing for autumn at Speech Bubbles. StoryFUNd is live: submit a short story to be performed by volunteer voices to help support kids’ communication. Join us Fri 25 Sept to celebrate storytelling. Thanks! www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l... #StoryFUNd
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Story FUNd Launch Event — Speech Bubbles
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Sue Cowley @suecowley.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Interesting to consider the subject areas that haven't been at the forefront of the 'learning is memory' narrative and why that might be. Oh look, it's the arts, where self-expression plays a key role and where skills are still a thing. 🤷‍♀️
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Every child deserves the opportunity to find their voice. Good communication opens doors—helping children make friends, share ideas, ask questions and join in with confidence. As we gear up for the new school year, find out about Speech Bubbles:
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About Speech Bubbles — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
On 25th Sept we are marking 18 years of using drama to build children's confidence, creativity and communication, and 5 as an independent charity, with the launch of the Story FUNd. Would love to see you there! www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l...
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Story FUNd Launch Event — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Today's imaginative play becomes tomorrow's confident communication. When children create stories together, they're also developing confidence, language and social skills. That's the power of creativity in action. #StoriesMatter #Creativity #Drama #SpeechBubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Creativity helps children solve problems, express emotions and make sense of the world around them. It's an essential part of learning and growing. Come and join us for an evening of fun and creativity at our Story FUNd event. Sign up through our website www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l...
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Story FUNd Launch Event — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Every story starts with a spark of imagination. Through StoryFUNd, stories are shared, performed and celebrated, helping us support more children to develop their communication and confidence through drama. Have a story to tell this summer? www.speechbubbles.org.uk/storyfundsto... #StoryFUNd
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Story FUNd — Speech Bubbles
Take part in Story FUNd - create a story as a gift for someone and have it read by a professional actor!
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
School's out, but imagination doesn't take a break. Drawing, storytelling, role-play and make-believe help children grow communication, confidence and self-expression. Find drama games and tips: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/for-parents-... What's the most imaginative story you've heard this summer?
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For Parents and Carers — Speech Bubbles
Speech Bubbles uses drama to build speech, language, oracy, communication and confidence in Primary aged children.
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Summer is the perfect time for stories. Whether you're on holiday, in the garden, at the park... why not spend a few minutes creating a short story for StoryFUNd? Find out more here: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/storyfundsto... Write. Share. Inspire. #StoryFUNd #SpeechBubbles #Creativity #Oracy
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Story FUNd — Speech Bubbles
Take part in Story FUNd - create a story as a gift for someone and have it read by a professional actor!
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Join us on 25 September to celebrate five years of Speech Bubbles and launch our Story FUNd campaign. Enjoy a story quiz, hands-on creative activities, performers, plus buffet and drinks. Spaces are limited — reserve your spot: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-l... #StoryFUNd
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Story FUNd Launch Event — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
We'd love to bring our Speech Bubbles community together. Practitioners, partners, trustees, donors, schools, friends and family — join us at our rescheduled Story FUNd. Fri 25 Sep | 7–9:30pm | London Bubble Theatre. Book: speechbubbles.org.uk/story-fund-launch-event #SpeechBubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Calling all creative minds! Send us your short story for #StoryFUNd and let a professional actor read your work to inspire others. Your words can help change lives and empower young voices through Speech Bubbles. Get involved and let creativity shine! www.speechbubbles.org.uk/storyfundsto...
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
We're back! Story FUNd launch rescheduled to Fri 25 Sep, 7–9:30pm at London Bubble Theatre, SE16. Celebrate five years of Speech Bubbles and the Story FUNd campaign with stories, food, drinks and a quiz. Suggested donation £25. Limited spaces—book now! #StoryFUNd #SpeechBubbles
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Story FUNd Launch Event — Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Cornwall evaluation day! We brought together schools, drama practitioners and our partner Hall For Cornwall to reflect on a brilliant year of Speech Bubbles. Sharing stories and feedback showed real gains in children’s confidence, communication and creativity. Thank you. #SpeechBubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Today we are reflecting on the year with our partners, Herts Inclusive Theatre, alongside TAs and drama practitioners. Together, we’re sharing what worked, what children enjoyed most, and how their confidence and communication have grown. These conversations help shape and strengthen Speech Bubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
We're sharing Shermaine Slocombe's blog: as term ends, children use play and stories to express uncertainty. Speech Bubbles shows how drama helps them process friendship loss, grow confidence and reclaim belonging. Read: www.speechbubbles.org.uk/blog-posts/w... #drama #children
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When unicorns leave: Why Drama matters in uncertain schools by Shermaine Slocombe — Speech Bubbles
As term ends and school communities face moments of change, children often express uncertainty through story and play. In this reflection, Speech Bubbles explores how drama creates a safe space for…
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Today we're working with Immediate Theatre to deepen learning across the programme. Reflections reveal what children loved, how they've grown, and how we can strengthen Speech Bubbles next year. Thanks for championing children’s voices 💛 #SpeechBubbles #immediatetheatre
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Speech Bubbles | Immediate Theatre
Speech Bubbles programme is a targeted, year-long, evidence-based drama intervention for children in KS1 who have Speech, Language and Communication Needs.
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Today we’re wrapping up the year by gathering insights from our Manchester partners, TAs and drama practitioners. These conversations help us understand what children loved, where they grew, and how we can strengthen Speech Bubbles. Thank you for championing children’s voices! #SpeechBubbles #Oracy
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Evaluation day with our partners at Half Moon Theatre and Trinity Theatre. We’re looking back on this year’s Speech Bubbles programme with the amazing TAs and drama practitioners — celebrating progress and learning what made the biggest difference for children’s communication and confidence.
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Children's Theatre - Speech Bubbles - Half Moon Theatre
A targeted, year-long, evidence-based intervention for KS1 children who have a Speech, Language and Communication Need, supporting 20 children to develop their Speaking, Listening and Attention…
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
We’re reviewing this year’s work with @LondonBubble—sharing reflections from TAs and drama practitioners on what helped children communicate via words, play, movement, signs, symbols & tech. Thanks to everyone who made safe, joyful spaces. More: www.londonbubble.org.uk/parent_proje... #SpeechBubbles
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Speech Bubbles CIO @speechbubblescio.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
www.theguardian.com/society/2026.... @theguardian.com This is aimed at carers and lays out the risk of schools posting photos online. We no longer share photos of children, we use illustrations created by #HumanIntelligence to show the joy of our work! What is your organisation doing?
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UK parents warned over posting images of children amid AI sexual abuse fears
Exclusive: National Crime Agency and safety watchdog issue guidance amid rise in explicit material online
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