FAQ

Learn to Talk is a British-made speech development system created by Oxbridge Baby. We’ve been helping children say their First Words since 2005 through gentle, magical videos and resources that make learning feel like play. Our ad-free app features hundreds of preschool learning videos, including the exclusive 25-part ‘Learn to Talk – The Series’, plus interactive games, sound boards and over 200 baby signs to watch and learn.

Learn to Talk has been created by Oxbridge Baby, a London-based production company specialising in preschool learning media. The Oxbridge Baby YouTube channel has over two million followers and one billion views worldwide. The original Learn to Talk DVD was developed in collaboration with Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist Gillian Hart.

Our content is designed for children from early babbling through to first sentences, though it also works beautifully for older children who are speech-delayed or need extra support with first words.

The app includes:

• Exclusive access to the 25-episode ‘Learn to Talk – The Series’
• Hundreds of preschool learning videos covering themes from mealtime to emotions
• 100 First Words Sound Board
• Two interactive quizzes (First Sounds & First Words)
• Over 200 baby signs to learn together
• Funky the Green Teddy Bear – all 5 series (100 episodes)
• Songs, Nursery Rhymes, Fairy Tales and lots more
• Download videos for offline viewing
• Create custom playlists
• 100% ad-free and child-safe

The app is free to download with a selection of sample videos to try. Full access requires a subscription with monthly or yearly options available. Pricing varies by country and is shown in your local currency in the Apple App Store.

Free 7-day trial. Subscription begins automatically unless cancelled before trial ends.

The app works on iPhone and iPad (iOS). You can also use AirPlay to watch on your TV. We don’t currently have an Android version, but we’re exploring this for the future.

Yes, you can cancel anytime through your Apple account settings. There are no cancellation fees or penalties.

Yes! One subscription covers all your children connected to the same parent account through family sharing.

Absolutely. Learn to Talk was specifically designed to support children at every stage of their early learning journey, including those taking longer to say their first words. Our multi-sensory approach works really well for children who need extra time and support.

Yes! Even children who’ve started talking benefit from expanding their vocabulary, improving clarity, and building confidence. The content grows with your child from babbling to early sentences.

Some children need a few tries before they engage. We recommend:

• Start with short sessions (5-10 minutes)
• Watch together rather than leaving them alone
• Try different video types (some prefer puppets, others prefer animation)
• Use the interactive games which often capture attention differently

Yes it can! Baby Sign Language gives children a way to communicate before they can speak, reducing frustration and building confidence. Research shows it can actually accelerate spoken language development by creating neural pathways for communication. Our videos weave baby signing naturally throughout, making it easy to learn together.

Learn to Talk videos are purposefully designed to be calm, educational screen time that supports development rather than just entertaining. They’re slower-paced and gentler than typical children’s content. That said, we always recommend:

• Watch together when possible
• Balance with plenty of face-to-face interaction
• Use as one tool in your communication toolkit, not the only one
• Follow general screen time guidelines for your child’s age

Yes. The app is:

• 100% ad-free (no interruptions or inappropriate ads)
• Child-safe navigation (no external links or unexpected content)
• Fully controlled by parents (you create playlists and manage access)
• Private (no data collection or sharing)

Yes! App subscribers can download videos to watch anywhere without an internet connection.

No. The app works on devices you already have (if you have an iPhone or iPad). The email course and PDF resources use everyday items you likely already have at home. No special toys or equipment is required.

Yes! All PDFs are designed to be printable. Print as many copies as you need for your family.

Yes. If you’re not satisfied with the email course then after the first 4 weeks of purchase, contact us for a full refund. For the app, you get a 7-day free trial before any charges apply.

Many of our videos are available on the Oxbridge Baby YouTube channel with ads. However, Learn to Talk – The Series (the 25-part collection) is exclusive to the app and cannot be found anywhere else.

Yes! Learn to Talk works for families worldwide. While we’re British-made, the speech development techniques are universal. The app is available internationally through the Apple App Store, and our resources and email course are accessible globally. Pricing is shown in your local currency where applicable.

Our signs are primarily based on British Sign Language (BSL) but not exclusively. The goal is communication and encouraging first words, so we focus on simple, effective signs that babies can easily learn and use.

Yes. Common variations include British Sign Language (BSL), American Sign Language (ASL), Sign Supported English (SSE), Makaton, and Signalong. All work to help babies communicate before they can speak and parents can choose whichever approach feels right for their family.

You can start whenever feels right for your family. Many parents begin in the first year, but every child is different. Watch for signs of readiness and follow your child’s lead.

No! Our videos show you the baby signs as you watch together which you can then copy and practice whenever you want. We have over 200 baby sign words in the app library that you can learn at your own pace. No prior knowledge needed.

Most children say their first words between 12-18 months. Common first words include “mama,” “dada,” or simple objects like “ball” or “dog.” However, every child develops at their own pace. Some speak earlier, others later – and both are completely normal.

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