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SPELD NSW Interview Square Peg Round Whole

Executive Officer Georgina Perry is interviewed about specific learning disorders on the Square Peg Round Whole Podcast presented by Lou Kuchel.

New South Wales primary schools to receive Decodable Readers

SPELD NSW welcomes the news from Sarah Mitchell, NSW Minister for Education that Decodable Readers will be given every kindergarten class.

School is back and phonics is mandated as compulsory for all NSW primary school students

Listen to the interview on ABC Radio about phonics which is now mandated in New South Wales with the start of the school year.

Have Your Say – Help Us Improve Support for Students with Learning Difficulties

We are very interested in hearing about the experiences of parents, caregivers and teachers of children with learning difficulties, as well as students who have learning difficulties, to help us respond to the Disability Standard for Education Review.

SPELD NSW Employment Opportunity – Office and Assessments Administrator

Come and join the SPELD NSW team as our Part-Time Office and Assessments Administrator!!

Exclusive offer for existing SPELL schools

August 12, 2026 Latest News

Are you ready to take the next step in your school’s literacy journey? Existing SPELL@SPELD NSW schools can now build on their SPELL implementation through ...

SPELD NSW News Term 3 2026

July 29, 2026 In the News

There is a lot happening at SPELD NSW. Across our education, clinic and infoline teams, we are developing new programs, practical resources, professional learning and ...

Help Keep Literacy Support Accessible

June 12, 2026 In the News

Every year, thousands of families and educators turn to SPELD NSW for trusted information, practical resources and evidence-based guidance. Your donation helps us continue providing ...

Bridging off Decodable Readers

June 9, 2026 Blog

One question that often comes up is ‘when to bridge off decodable readers?’. The questions that follow are ‘How do we do it?’ and ‘Beyond decodable readers – What should students ...

Applications Now Open: Professional Learning Scholarships

June 2, 2026 In the News

Applications Now Open: Stewart Financial Assistance Professional Learning Scholarships Applications are now open for Round 2 of the Stewart Financial Assistance Professional Learning Scholarships. Through ...

English phonemes – on the tip of your tongue!

May 6, 2026 Blog

English is a very interesting language. Yes, the spelling system is complex and lots of people throw their hands up in despair at all the ...

Phonics Is Not Just About Sounds and Letters

April 24, 2026 Blog

Getting ‘bang for your buck’ from instructional time. Early in my teaching days I had heard faint whispers of this thing called ‘Phonics’. There was ...

SPELD NSW Insights Webinar Series

March 30, 2026 Latest News

Introducing SPELD NSW Insights Webinar SeriesA new webinar series designed to support you—when you need it most. SPELD NSW is pleased to launch the Insights ...

SPELL Professional Learning EXTRAS!

March 25, 2026 Latest News

Introducing SPELL @ SPELD NSW Professional Learning EXTRAS! We are pleased to introduce SPELL @ SPELD NSW Professional Learning EXTRAS! — a new series of ...

Teaching Reading K–2 Starter Bundle

March 11, 2026 Latest News

Strengthening Early Reading Instruction: Teaching Reading K–2 Starter Bundle Strong reading foundations begin in the early years of school. Clear routines, explicit instruction and consistent ...

The Reading Intervention Course – Term 2 registrations now open!

March 4, 2026 Latest News

Targeted reading intervention requires specialist knowledge and practical skill. Term 2 registrations are now open for the SPELD NSW Reading Intervention Course — a specialist ...

Dyscalculia Day 3 March 2026

February 20, 2026 Latest News

From 2–6 March, Dyscalculia Network is hosting a week-long program of events in recognition of Dyscalculia Day on 3 March. The program includes parent sessions, ...

SPELD NSW returns to Canberra in March 2026

February 16, 2026 In the News

We’re excited to be returning to Canberra on Thursday 26 March 2026 to deliver a full-day UFLI Foundations workshop. Presented by SPELD NSW, this professional ...

SPELD NSW What’s On

February 3, 2026 Latest News

Our latest SPELD NSW What’s On is hitting inboxes today! It’s packed with practical resources, planning tools and upcoming professional learning to help set the ...

Holiday Learning Ideas for Families

January 14, 2026 Latest News

Our Holiday Newsletter for Parents and Families is now available, sharing practical ideas and resources to support children with literacy and numeracy difficulties over the ...

Schools Out!

December 19, 2025 Latest News

As the festive season approaches, SPELD NSW wishes all our members, families, and supporters a very Happy Holidays! Our team will be taking a break ...

Black Friday Sale

November 18, 2025 News

SPELD NSW’s Black Friday Sale is On! As the year winds down, SPELD NSW is gearing up to empower educators and families with our biggest ...

SPELD NSW Reading Intervention Course

November 5, 2025 Latest News

Launching SPELD NSW’s new & improved Reading Intervention Course (formerly called the Teacher Certificate Course) starting Term 1, 27 January 2026! This specialist course is ...

Decodable Reader Sample Packs & Free Online Consultation

October 11, 2025 In the News

Discover the right decodable readers for your classroom! Are you looking to build or update your school’s collection of decodable readers? SPELD NSW can help! ...

Dyslexia Awareness Month 2025

September 3, 2025 In the News

Each year, October is recognised worldwide as Dyslexia Awareness Month, a time to come together to raise awareness, share resources, and tell stories about dyslexia successes. Get ...

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