Daniel Brown
SaLT
HCPC Registration Number: SL035479
Hello, my name is Dan!
I am a dual – qualified Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) and Primary School Teacher. I studied Speech and Language Therapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, and qualified in 2017. I then completed my Postgraduate Certificate in Education with a specialism in Special Educational Needs in 2020 in London.
My experience as a SaLT has taken me to a variety of settings – from working at the International School of Brussels to the world’s largest refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. I have also worked as a Stage 2 Primary Teacher in South London.
My passion lies in the link between functional communication, language, and literacy. These skills empower individuals, foster curiosity, creativity, and learning, and expand our ability to explore the world – to be confident and independent people. A key part of this process involves working closely with the families and schools of the children I support. It is truly a privilege to not only facilitate but empower these focal units to support their child’s communication and learning.
A little bit about me! I have practised Shotokan Karate for over 15 years (with a few breaks due to travel for work), and I absolutely love the discipline and energy it brings. I try to attend live stand – up comedy events whenever possible – who doesn’t love to laugh? Audiobooks and podcasts are a slight obsession of mine. I love exploring different worlds and learning new things this way. My favourite author is Seamus Heaney, an Irish poet whose work reminds me of the landscape of Ireland, where I’m from. No matter where in the world I am, his poetry transports me home.
Both collaboration and a student – centred approach are Words First values that deeply resonate with me. I believe they are equally essential for empowering our students. When we collaborate intentionally through a student – centred lens, we build a strong, resilient foundation of support tailored to each individual. These values ensure students feel nurtured – seen, heard, and encouraged to grow in ways that are authentic and meaningful to them.
