Expert Language, Literacy & Communication Support

Providing specialist teaching and professional development in language, literacy, and communication for specialist schools, primary schools, secondary schools, and further education settings. Supporting both learners and education professionals to achieve meaningful, lasting outcomes.

Expert ALN & SEND Support | Welcome to Lexeo

Lexeo is a specialist language and communication consultancy and teacher agency. We were established to meet the growing demand for expert advice, professional learning, and strategic support in the field of language and communication impairment in children and young people.

We bridge the gap between complex communication needs and academic success, helping educational settings unlock every learner's full potential.

Proven Impact: Estyn Commended Practice

Lexeo’s targeted interventions deliver measurable, high-quality outcomes for schools. In a recent Estyn school inspection (May 2026), the specialised work that Lexeo undertook with pre- and emerging readers was explicitly highlighted and praised as an example of outstanding practice.

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Addressing Unidentified Language & Communication Needs

Many academic and behavioural challenges in the classroom stem from underlying, undiagnosed communication difficulties. If your students are experiencing challenges with:
- Behavioural Issues: both externalising (disruptive) or internalising (withdrawn) behaviours.
- Literacy & Learning: Difficulties with reading, spelling, writing, phonics, comprehension or language fluency.
- Neurodivergent Profiles: Comorbidities often found alongside ASC/ASD and ADHD.

These barriers are frequently linked directly to unidentified language and communication needs. Lexeo provides the specialist insight and training required to identify these root causes and implement effective, evidence-based interventions.
We also provide highly specialist interventions directly to students ourselves.

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Meet the Director: John Lavender

Academic Excellence & Over 30 Years of Educational Leadership.

Lexeo is led by John Lavender, an accomplished educator and researcher with over 30 years of teaching experience acrosss both mainstream and specialist settings.

John's extensive background includes roles as a SENDCo / ALNCo and Senior Leadership Team member, ensuring that Lexeo's consultantancies are grounded in practical, real-world school experience.

Key Qualifications & Achievements:

- MSc in Language & Communication Impairment in Children (Distinction) - University of Sheffield (2023)
- The 'Tall Ship' Faculty Prize Winner: awarded for consistently achieving the highest grades and marks throughout his MSc studies.
- National Award for SEN Co-ordination (NASENCO)
- Postgraduate Certificates in SEN and SEN & Inclusion
- B.Ed (Hons)

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Comprehensive Language & Communication Services

At Lexeo, we provide evidence-based, specialised solutions to support children and young people experiencing speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), including Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). Our expert-led services empower educators, schools and professionals to foster inclusive learning environments and unlock every learner's potential.

1. Consultancy & Professional Learning: We deliver specialised consultancy and professional development focused on addressing language and communication impairments in children and young people. By providing expert guidance and actionable strategies, we equip educators and school leadership teams with the tools necessary to support effective communication and language development across all educational settings.
- What we offer: Bespoke staff training, school-wide communication audits and strategic implementation of evidenc-based intervention models.
2. Specialist Language & Communication Teachers: Lexeo provides highly qualified, specialist educators dedicated to supporting children and young people with complex language and communication needs. Our teachers excel at adapting the curriculum, scaffolding learning and implementing targeted strategies to meet diverse educational needs - ensuring optimal, academic and social outcomes.
- What we offer: Direct student support, differentiated curriculum planning and collaborative teaching to bridge the gap for learners with SLCN.
3. Language & Communication Assessment & Analysis: We conduct comprehensive language and communication assessments for children and young people. Utilising clinical evaluations. our specialists identify an individual's unique strengths and diagnostic challenges. We deliver detailed, actionable reports alongside tailored recommendations to guide targeted intervention and support strategies
- What we offer: Formal diagnostic assessments, functional communication profiles and bespoke learning support plans for individuals
Why Choose Lexeo?: - Expertise: Driven by certified specialists in language and communication needs.
- Evidence-based Practices: All interventions and training modules are rooted in the latest clinical and educational research.
- Measurable Impact: Focused on delivering tangible improvements in student engagement, academic progress and social communication.

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EMPOWERING

Lexeo specialises in aiding children facing learning and communication challenges. Through comprehensive assessments, personalised interventions, and professional training, we empower both students and educators, fostering improved learning and communication outcomes for children in need.

LEARNING

Our work often involves students grappling with diverse challenges, encompassing issues like literacy difficulties and complex behavioural concerns. By addressing these issues systematically, we help create a more conducive learning environment for students.

EXPERIENCES

In addition to assessments and analysis, Lexeo provides tailored professional learning experiences for educators. This equips them with practical strategies to effectively support students with language and communication impairments.

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Cwmbran

Wales

07817934707

john@lexeo.co.uk