Makaton is a communication programme that combines speech, signs and symbols to empower anyone living with learning or communication difficulties to understand and be understood. Makaton has brought positive transformation to millions of lives by giving people a way to express themselves independently, overcoming frustration and promoting inclusion.
Introduction to Makaton (video)
The Makaton Charity has been dedicated to improving the lives of people for over 50 years and offers a range of services and products, including training, resources and membership, to support individuals and organisations in their work with people with communication difficulties.
For more information on Makaton, visit The Makaton Charity website.
10 New Stem Concepts
We have worked with The Makaton Charity to create 10 new Makaton concepts for STEM. These can be found in the individual videos on this page. These are designed as a practical introduction to get your lessons started.
Lightyear
Lightyear Foundation logo
STEM
STEM icon
STEM Makaton sign (video)
Science
Science icon
Science Makaton sign (video)
Technology
Technology icon
Technology Makaton sign (video)
Engineering
Engineering icon
Engineering Makaton sign (video)
Maths
Maths symbol
Maths Makaton sign (video)
Lab/Workshop
Lab/Workshop icon
Lab/Workshop Makaton sign (video)
Prediction
Prediction icon
Prediction Makaton sign (video)
To predict
To predict icon
To predict Makaton sign (video)
Computer code/programme
Computer code/programme icon
Computer code/programme Makaton sign (video)
Computer coding/programming icon
Computer coding/programming Makaton sign (video)
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
AI icon
AI Makaton sign (video)
Energy
Energy icon
Energy Makaton sign 1 (video)
Energy Makaton sign 2 (video)
Renewable Energy
Renewable energy icon
Renewable energy Makaton sign 1 (video)
Renewable energy Makaton sign 2 (video)
Climate Change
Climate change icon
Climate change Makaton sign (video)
Become Makaton Friendly
Makaton Friendly is a partnership programme designed to make organisations and community spaces more accessible to Makaton users. It involves comprehensive training and support to ensure partners can effectively accommodate the needs of Makaton users. To participate in the programme, organisations are required to have a Premium Group Membership, which provides access to additional resources and support, essential for maintaining Makaton Friendly environments. For more information, please visit the Makaton website.
Learn Makaton
Are you ready to take the first step? Getting started with Makaton is fun and easy, and once you do, you'll soon want to learn more. Find your nearest training course here.