Five from Five, AUSPELD and Learning Difficulties Australia have released the Primary Reading Pledge. This important initiative aims “to reduce to near zero the number of children who finish primary school unable to read”.
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Come and join the team at SPELD NSW as our new Professional Learning Manager!
COVID-19 has had a significant impact on our community. To protect the health and wellbeing of our members, supporters and staff SPELD NSW has implemented restrictions around the services that we provide.
SPELD NSW welcomes news that more than 250 primary schools in New South Wales have put their hands up to take part in the trial for the Year 1 Phonics Check.
SPELD NSW on the move. New office location in the heart of Parramatta.
International Guest Speakers Professor Maggie Snowling and Charles Hulme present two research talks with SPELD NSW.
SPELD NSW celebrates 50 years supporting children with learning difficulties.
SPELD NSW is delighted to receive a $10,000 grant from the Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
SPELD NSW supports the Year One phonics and numeracy check, it is an important tool that schools can use to identify students who need early intervention and support.
Decodable Reader Sample Packs & Free Online Consultation
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! ...
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Dyslexia Awareness Month 2025
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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SPELL @ SPELD NSW Launch – Free webinar available!!
SPELD NSW is excited to share our new explicit and comprehensive program that covers phonics, spelling, morphology, handwriting, and fluency for Kindergarten/Foundation and intervention! Join ...
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Face to Face PL – 2 for 1 Tickets!
Face-to-Face Professional Learning Returns in Term 3! Face-to-Face Professional Learning is back at SPELD NSW for Term 3! This is the perfect opportunity for teachers ...
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Bookshop Clearance Sale
📚 SPELD NSW Bookshop Clearance Sale – Dandelion Readers! We’re clearing out our current stock of Dandelion Readers to make way for the updated editions with fresh new ...
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EOFY Thank You!
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who responded to our EOFY appeal. Thanks to your generosity we can continue to provide free and low-cost resources and maintain ...
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C-Pen 3 now available in the SPELD NSW Bookshop!
These assistive reading pens are designed to support students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties, offering a range of features to foster independence and confidence. ...
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SPELD NSW Launches Decodable Reader Big Books
Have you seen the latest Decodable Reader Big Books in our Bookshop? These specially designed, large-format books are crafted to support students in Kindergarten to ...
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SLDs Guide for General Practitioners
We are excited to launch our new guide for General Practitioners to help them understand Specific Learning Difficulties (SLDs) in Children. This guide is designed to ...
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Support Brighter Futures This EOFY with SPELD NSW
As we approach the end of financial year, we invite you to join us in making a real difference for children and families navigating specific ...
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Community-driven literacy support in action!
𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! Thanks to a generous donation from Dyslexia Mid North Coast, three schools on ...
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Professional Learning Scholarships Now Open!
SPELD NSW Stewart Financial Assistance Program – Professional Learning Scholarships Now Open! We are delighted to launch the SPELD NSW Stewart Financial Assistance Program, thanks ...
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LDC Online Seminar – Understanding and Supporting Learning Difficulties
The LDC Management Committee will host a panel-style online seminar on Complex Learning Difficulties. Tuesday 8th April 2025, 10AM to 12PM.
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Thank You Toyota Material Handling Australia
A big thank you to 𝗧𝗼𝘆𝗼𝘁𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮 for their generous donation! Their support will help provide vital assistance to families navigating specific learning ...
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Black Friday Sale
Unlock Learning Potential: SPELD NSW’s Black Friday Sale As the year winds down, SPELD NSW is gearing up to empower educators and families with our ...
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spell @ SPELD NSW
Exciting News for Educators! Introducing the comprehensive spell @ SPELD NSW Parts 1-3 program! Elevate your teaching skills with our evidence-informed spelling program, designed by a ...
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month
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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SPELD NSW has exciting news to share in today’s newsletter!
SPELD NSW has exciting news to share in today’s newsletter! Launch of Parents Hub: A new Parents Hub is now available, offering essential resources to ...
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We are thrilled to launch the new SPELD NSW’s Parents Hub!
Designed specifically for parents, this Hub is packed with valuable information and resources to support your child's learning at home, especially if they need additional ...
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Dyslexia Awareness Month Free Understanding Dyslexia Course!
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! To help raise awareness, SPELD NSW is offering a FREE Understanding Dyslexia on-line course!
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Recent news
SPELD NSW Interview Square Peg Round Whole
November 28, 2021
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
July 21, 2021
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
February 15, 2021
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
August 27, 2020
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
August 12, 2020
Come and join the SPELD NSW team as our Part-Time Office and Assessments Administrator!!
Primary Reading Pledge
August 6, 2020
Five from Five, AUSPELD and Learning Difficulties Australia have released the Primary Reading Pledge. This important initiative aims “to reduce to near zero the number of children who finish primary school unable to read”.
SPELD NSW Employment Opportunity – Professional Learning Manager
July 27, 2020
Come and join the team at SPELD NSW as our new Professional Learning Manager!
SPELD NSW Operations – COVID-19
June 24, 2020
COVID-19 has had a significant impact on our community. To protect the health and wellbeing of our members, supporters and staff SPELD NSW has implemented restrictions around the services that we provide.
Phonics Screening Check Trial in New South Wales
March 6, 2020
SPELD NSW welcomes news that more than 250 primary schools in New South Wales have put their hands up to take part in the trial for the Year 1 Phonics Check.
SPELD NSW moves to Parramatta
October 6, 2019
SPELD NSW on the move. New office location in the heart of Parramatta.
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