An Infant Language Unit was set up in a well established special school for
a seven-month pilot period. All aspects of the Unit organization were
evaluated. The basis of speech therapy provision in the Infant Department
was examined in order to provide the most effective treatment for the
children in the broad areas of phonology, syntax and comprehension. The
progress of twelve children aged 5 to 7 years was measured, and the
relevance of the assessments discussed. The results of the pilot study led to
the long-term continuation of the Language Unit. Points for further
discussion arising from the pilot study are set out.
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