Preschool Speech and Language Services

The Prechool Speech and Language (PSL) team supports the prevention, identification, assessment, treatment, and the (re)habilitation of speech, language and swallowing/feeding disorders.

Speech disorders include difficulty with production of speech sounds, stuttering (or fluency) and voice/resonance disorders.

Language disorders can affect the ability to understand others and/or express thoughts, ideas and feelings at a level consistent with developmental expectations.

*New* The average wait time for Preschool Speech and Language Services in January 2025 is less than three months from referral. Please complete the online Communication Check Up if your child is older than six months, but won't be eligible to start Junior Kindergarten until September 2025.

What Do Preschool Speech and Language Services Involve?

Speech and language services may include:

Home programming
Consultation to caregivers, professionals and supportive personnel who interact with the child
Group or individual therapy combined with parent education and coaching

Intervention focuses on skill development as well as on creating environments that promote optimal communication.

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Referral Process and Criteria

A referral is required to access Preschool Speech and Language services. Health professionals, families and clients can complete our online referral form.

Communication Check Up

Before completing our referral form, please complete our Communication Check Up. This allows us to better direct you to the most suitable services to support your child.

Communication Check Up

Referral Criteria

Children with speech and/or language problems, aged six months until
June 30 of the year they are eligible to enter junior kindergarten (JK).
Referrals for this service will be accepted up to June 30 of the year the child is eligible to enter JK.
If a child previously received speech and language services at ErinoakKids or any Ontario Preschool Speech and Language program, the child can be referred to the program again, up until April 1 of the year that they are about to enter JK.
Must live in Peel, Halton or Dufferin.

Online Referral Form

Intake Services Page

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Preschool Speech and Language Services

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What Do Preschool Speech and Language Services Involve?

Referral Process and Criteria

Communication Check Up

Referral Criteria