Kirsty has run Baby Signing Lincoln classes for nearly ten years. She used Makaton with both of her children to start early communication before they could use speech. During her time with Baby Signing Lincoln she found a passion for spreading awareness about the benefits of signing with babies. She also wants to encourage everybody, from every background, to learn basic sign language. Having experienced the isolation of being a new parent and then the total apprehension of joining a baby class, Kirsty is keen to make her classes a warm and encouraging environment.
CERTIFICATIONS
MISSON STATEMENT
We empower everyone to have a voice by transforming communication through engaging courses. Utilising a specialised language programme, we break down barriers and support those with communication challenges, ensuring that every individual’s needs are heard and understood.
VALUES
Inclusion - Everybody should be able to communicate in the way that is effective for them, so we encourage all businesses and communities to make themselves as accessible and inclusive as possible. We may not all communicate verbally, but those who do not, still have a voice and a right for it to be respected and listened to.
Compassion – We have a responsibility to recognise the challenges that others face and take steps to connect with, and support that person or community.
Equality – Everybody should have equal access to engage in activities, experiences and opportunities.
VISION STATEMENT
We strive to facilitate the delivery of classes across the Country, enabling all families to access communication support.
We recognise that effective communication is a transactional system, in order to meet the needs of all parties. We believe that everyone should be given the tools they need to be able to express their needs, wants and opinions. Building social relationships is part of what makes us human. We should all have access to experiences, that will allow our relationships with others to flourish.