School-aged Language, Speech Sounds, Literacy, Social Language and Feeding Support in Brisbane, Redlands & Mackay.
Tailored speech pathology assessment and therapy for language, literacy and and communication challenges. Helping students aged 5-18 be confident communicators.
At Let's Talk, Let's Eat, we have specialised skills in helping school-aged children overcome challenges. Our evidence based and neuroaffirming therapy supports clients across Brisbane Northside (Aspley), Redlands (Ormiston), and Mackay, building the skills they need for communicative success.
Why Trust Us
Sounds-Write Trained
literacy specialists
School collaboration
with principal consent
Before/after school
appointments available
Is Your Child Struggling With These Challenges?
Common School Language & Literacy Difficulties
We help Brisbane and Mackay students who experience:
Reading Difficulties (Prep - Year 12)
Avoiding reading aloud or reading homework
Slow, choppy reading without fluency
Guessing words based on first letter
Poor comprehension despite decoding ability
Difficulties with reading fluency
Falling behind expected reading level for grade
Spelling and Writing difficulties
Spelling errors in common words
Sentences that don't make sense
Avoiding writing tasks or homework
Can't organise thoughts into paragraphs
Huge gap between verbal and written ability
Language & Understanding Issues
"Zoning out" during class instructions
Constantly asking "what?" or needing repetition
Misunderstanding homework requirements
Difficulty following multi-step directions
Can't retell what they've learned
Vocabulary below grade level
Difficulties with Social and Pragmatic skills
Trouble making or keeping friends
Misreading social situations
Being excluded from group activities
Can't join playground conversations
Teachers report "immature" behavior
What We Help With:
Comprehensive communication and feeding support
Building potential and opportunity for Brisbane and Mackay clients.
Literacy Development (Reading & Spelling)
Using evidence-based approaches like Sounds-Write, we help students:
Master phonics and decoding strategies
Build sight word recognition
Improve reading fluency and expression
Develop comprehension strategies
Strengthen spelling through systematic instruction
Bridge the gap between reading ability and grade level
Written Expression
From sentence structure to essay writing, we support:
Sentence construction and grammar
Paragraph organization
Narrative writing (stories with beginning, middle, end)
Persuasive writing for assignments
Report writing and information texts
Planning and editing strategies
Oral Language for the Classroom
Building the foundation for all learning:
Following complex classroom instructions
Understanding curriculum vocabulary
Asking and answering questions appropriately
Participating in class discussions
Presenting projects and oral reports
Explaining thinking and reasoning
Social Language at School
Navigating friendships and playground dynamics:
Conversation skills for peer interaction
Understanding non-literal language (jokes, sarcasm)
Conflict resolution language
Building and maintaining friendships
School Aged Feeding
Building the foundation for all learning:
Following complex classroom instructions
Understanding curriculum vocabulary
Asking and answering questions appropriately
Participating in class discussions
Presenting projects and oral reports
Explaining thinking and reasoning
Our Evidence Based Approach
Proven Therapy that Supports Confident Skills for School Children
Your School-Age Therapy Journey
From Assessment to Communication or Feeding Success
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Call 0490 894 427 to discuss:
- Current school concerns
- Previous assessments or support
- Your goals for therapy
- Best session times around school
Step 2: Comprehensive Assessment
We may evaluate:
- Oral language (understanding and expression)
- Literacy skills (reading, spelling, writing)
- Phonological awareness
- Narrative abilities
- Social communication
You receive:
- Detailed assessment report
- Clear therapy recommendations
- School support letter (if requested)
Step 3: Goal Setting & Planning
Together we establish:
- Priority goals linked to curriculum
- Home practice that fits your routine
- Communication plan with school
- Session frequency and location
Step 4: Therapy Sessions - frequency (weekly / fortnightly / monthly) on consultation with your therapist
Session structure (45-60 minutes):
- Review of home practice
- Targeted skill development
- Interactive learning games
- Parent/caregiver briefing
Step 5: Progress Monitoring (every 6-12 months)
- Review goal achievement
- Reassess key skills
- Update school, if involved
- Adjust therapy focus, if necessary
- Celebrate improvements
Tailored Support for all areas of Speech, Language and Feeding
Why Brisbane Families Choose LTLE for School Support
Qualified & Experienced Team
- Literacy experienced and trained speech pathologists
- Sounds-Write certified therapists
- Regular professional development
Comprehensive Support
- Assessment to Year 12
- All language and literacy areas
- School collaboration
- NDIS documentation
Flexible Scheduling
- After-school appointments (3:30pm onwards)
- School holiday intensive programs
- Telehealth for extra convenience
Frequently Asked Questions
Your School Therapy Questions Answered
Help Your Child Thrive at School
Don’t let communication or feeding challenges hold your child back from their potential. With the right support, every child can succeed.
Speak directly with our friendly admin team
Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm
OR
We'll call you back within one business day
Why call us directly:
Immediate answers to your questions
Book assessment while on the phone
Understand costs and NDIS processes
Faster appointment availability