Translation / Interpretation
Below are a few of the main translation services available online or as an app, these are currently free to use:
Google Translate
Has a large range of languages
Speech, Text, Pictures, Documents, and Websites
Not always 100% accurate
App and Website
DeepL
31 languages available
Text and Documents only
Good accuracy (according to feedback to EAL Team)
Website only
Google Lens
Great for instant translation of text
Scan (with a phone) and translate feature: hover over text to get an instant translation
Useful for supporting parents with understanding letters/documents
Highland Council has a contract with an interpretation service. Information on how to book an interpreter or use the Telephone Interpreting Service can be found here. You can only view this document with a Highland Council Google email address.
These services are funded centrally by the Highland Council.
THIS SERVICE IS ONLY FOR HIGHLAND COUNCIL USE
You will find more information on translation/interpreting tools in this Padlet.
It also has details of other tools to support EAL Learners (eg. dictionaries, tools to learn English, and tools to encourage home language)
N.B. Use the open-in new tab icon (top right) for a larger view.