Making Communication Work for Everyone
Our Mission
AAC and Me exists to make communication possible for every child. By combining specialist teaching with family-focused support, we turn AAC from a device into a voice – helping children connect, learn and thrive.
Our Vision
We believe every child deserves the chance to be heard. Our vision is for AAC to be understood, valued and used across schools, homes and communities, so that children with complex communication needs are not left behind.
Child-first
Teaching-led
Family-powered
Finding Your Voice Through Connection
At AAC and Me, we believe communication is more than a device. It is about joining in, being heard and feeling part of something.
Through music, stories and shared routines, we create opportunities for children to connect, explore and express themselves.
We also build staff and family confidence, sharing practical strategies that make AAC part of everyday life — in classrooms, corridors, playgrounds and clubs.
Here for Families and Schools
AAC and Me isn’t just about technology. With lived experience of disability and education at its core, the consultancy understands the pressures families and schools face, and the need for support that is compassionate, practical and inclusive.
From Classrooms to Communities
AAC and Me’s approach is shaped by the everyday realities of AAC. The focus is always on what works in classrooms, at home and in the community.
Alongside his consultancy work, Tom runs a monthly Communication Club for AAC users. It is a relaxed, supportive space where children and families can practise AAC, build confidence and connect with others.
The long-term vision is to grow similar hubs across York and North Yorkshire, creating inclusive communication communities that reach beyond school.
Supporting the Everyday Moments
At AAC & Me, communication support is part of everyday life. It is woven into daily routines, strengthened by relationships and shaped through reflection.
We believe progress happens in the small moments — when families, schools and peers notice, respond and create opportunities for AAC users to be heard. One meaningful interaction at a time, communication becomes truly inclusive.
