The comprehensive development of speech is crucial in a child's life. Correct pronunciation and the ability to express thoughts clearly and coherently not only contribute to the successful development of personality but also influence self-esteem, communication, and reading and writing skills. At the Russian International School (RIS), speech therapy support is an important part of the educational process.

Key Areas of Work for the Speech Therapist at RIS:

• Formation of Correct Sound Pronunciation: Work on correcting and improving the pronunciation of speech sounds.
• Overcoming Difficulties in Reading and Writing: Timely prevention and correction of issues related to mastering reading and writing skills.
• Enrichment of Vocabulary: Expansion and clarification of a child's vocabulary to enhance verbal activity.
• Development of Expressiveness in Speech: Assistance in expressing thoughts accurately and beautifully, improving the coherence and logic of speech.

Process of Speech Therapy Assessment and Work:

• Assessment upon Admission: Each child undergoes a speech therapy assessment, which helps identify difficulties in oral and written speech and determine the level of speech development.
• Individual Program: Based on the assessment results, the speech therapist, working closely with parents and teachers, develops an individual program that considers the unique characteristics of each student.

Elements of the Program:

• Individual Sessions: Correction of pronunciation disorders and development of speech skills.
• Group Sessions: Topics and formats of sessions are determined according to the individual needs of the child.
• Mini-Group Sessions: Support for children with specific speech difficulties through specialized activities.

Speech therapy support at RIS aims to create conditions for successful speech development and learning processes, contributing to the overall well-being and success of students.