Makaton is a language programme using signs and symbols to help people communicate. It is designed to support spoken language and the signs and symbols are used with speech in spoken word order.
The Makaton Charity is responsible for developing and sharing the Makaton Language Programme. We give people the means to express themselves, engage with others, be included in everyday life, take part in education, access information and services and ultimately achieve their full potential.
Today over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs, either as their main method of communication or as a way to support speech.
The Makaton Charity