Makaton is a form of sign language, which uses symbols, gestures and speech to enable communication. Troy's speech and language therapist at Fleming Fulton, Natalie Wray, said Troy had first ...

Tasha said learning the language programme Makaton enabled her to communicate with her son TJ "Since we've been able to communicate, our bond has become so much stronger," says mum Tasha of her ...

A language system made famous by children's TV presenter Mr Tumble has helped a six-year-old boy to communicate for the first time. Alex, from north Wales, is autistic, and does not speak. But ...

Student nurse 'Makaton Monday' lessons on social media aim to improve diversity and inclusion UTV Sign Language Friday 23 December 2022 at 11:12am ...

A York-based children's theatre company has received 'Makaton Friendly' status from The Makaton Charity, in recognition of its incorporation of the communication system, Makaton, into its ...

She decided to share her journey of learning Makaton with TJ on TikTok in 2023 and has since gained over 360,000 followers, while raising awareness of children with special educational needs (SEN).

"I am part of the Makaton choir at Fleming Fulton," he told BBC News NI. "I thought it would be a good idea to collaborate with the Boys' Model school and teach them some songs in Makaton." ...