| Objective | Initial | Emerging | Developing | Secure | Extension |
| 2b. Communication and language in education – BATOD | I can recognise that I have different communication needs and accept help from an adult. | I can use a simple literacy resource (e.g., visual phonics) with support and begin to understand why others need to learn how to communicate with deaf people. | I can choose from a range of resources (e.g., Cued Speech, colourful semantics, Signed Supported English (SSE), British Sign Language (BSL) to support my literacy and show interest in learning about deaf awareness. | I can explain some tools and roles that support communication (e.g.,Teacher of the Deaf (ToD), Teaching Assistant (TA), Teacher, Communication Support workers (CSWs), interpreters) and know how to find courses to improve my language skills (e.g., BSL). | I can take part in delivering deaf awareness activities and help others learn effective ways to communicate with deaf people. |
| 2c. Communication with others – BATOD | I recognise that I need help with communication and start using simple strategies with support. | I can take part in role play to practise talking in different places (e.g., home, school) with guidance. | I can use basic digital tools like texting or video calls with help and begin to understand how they support communication. | I can choose strategies and digital tools (e.g., pinning an interpreter, speech-to-text) more independently and use them in familiar situations. | I can confidently use strategies, technology, and language skills in different settings (e.g., with friends, family, at medical appointments) and explain why they are helpful. |
| 2d. Technology for communication – BATOD | I can recognise and use a simple communication system with adult support. | I can work with adults to practise using Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) or similar systems (e.g. Picture exchange communication system (PECS) in familiar situations. | I can use AAC or other systems (e.g. PECs with support in different settings | I can confidently use communication systems on my own | I understand and can explain how my communication system helps me and how it fits my needs |
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