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Conor Fraser: Speech and Language Therapist on Early Childhood Centres being stretched thin

Published: Nov. 27, 2023, 6:42 p.m.

Early childhood centres are stretched as they deal with more children with learning and behavioural challenges. \xa0

The Educational Institute says the increase has meant waiting lists for specialist support are far too long. \xa0

It's thought there could be a connection between the issue and children experiencing Covid lockdowns early in life. \xa0

Speech and language therapist Conor Fraser told Mike Hosking that the services have been stretched for a long time. \xa0

She says this year, there's been a 20% vacancy in special education roles.\xa0

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