We understand the deaf children have a wide range of language and communication experience and preferences. We seek to promote successful communication between individuals no matter their preferred language modality.  

We have a multi-modal approach whereby a combination of languages and communication tools are used flexibly. 

This includes: 

• • • • • Spoken language and listening skills 
        • Signed language (Sign-Supported English, British Sign Language) 
        • Fingerspelling 
        • Visual Phonics by Hand 
        • Gesture 
        • Facial expression 
        • Visual prompts and pictures 
        • Note-taking 
        • Lipreading. 

Please read our Communication Policy (Policy Link). 

Any questions, please email: 

rosie.deighton@eps.barking-dagenham.sch.uk 

Natalie.adams@eps.barking-dagenham.sch.uk