Speech & Language Development Milestones Checklist (0–10 years)

At Inspire Ability, we know how important early communication is for every child’s learning, confidence, and relationships. That’s why we’ve created a Speech & Language Development Milestones Checklist designed for parents of children aged 0–10 years.

This easy-to-use guide outlines the key communication milestones you might expect at each age and stage, from your baby’s first coos right through to school-aged children using complex sentences and abstract language. Alongside the milestones, we’ve included red flags to look out for — signs that your child may benefit from extra support from a Speech Pathologist.

The checklist can help you:

• Track your child’s progress in speech and language development

• Gain clarity on what is expected at different ages

• Recognise early warning signs that further assessment may be helpful

If you have any concerns after reviewing the checklist, our friendly team at Inspire Ability is here to support you. We provide tailored assessments and therapy to help children reach their communication potential.

[📄 Download the Speech & Language Development Milestones Checklist here]