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Using interpreters when working with families Occasionally, early years settings have to discuss things with parents whose knowledge of English is limited. This may be at an initial meeting to explain the service offered by the setting. There could be a need to discuss particular problems. An interpreter may be essential to ensure mutual understanding.

Occasionally, early years settings have to discuss things with parents whose knowledge of English is limited. This may be at an initial meeting to explain the service offered by the setting. There could be a need to discuss particular problems. An interpreter may be essential to ensure mutual understanding.

Parents sometimes choose to bring family members along to act as interpreters. If this is their choice, you have to accept it. However, if a sensitive issue is to be discussed, this can be problematic. A professional interpreter is always preferable. Any local authority that has large numbers of residents speaking a foreign language is likely to have access to interpreters. You will usually have to pay for this service.

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