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As many as 25% of children cannot hear optimally in the classroom according to Hear and Say’s pilot hearing screening program. 1,600 children across SEQ schools and kindys were tested in 2015. With hearing screening at birth it is easy to assume identification of hearing loss is guaranteed. Yet, some later onset or temporary hearing losses will not be identified. Hear and Say’s community driven program is tackling the issue and enabling optimal outcomes for children. Learn about the broader social impact of childhood hearing loss and why we should “Think Hearing First” for childhood development delay or behavioural concerns.