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Phonics Is Not Just About Sounds and Letters
Getting ‘bang for your buck’ in from instructional time. Early in my teaching days I had heard feint whispers of this thing called ‘Phonics’. There was a focus sound of the week. In practice, there was lots of chanting of /ch/, looking for pictures that start with /ch/, looking for ‘ch’ in texts… technically this

SPELD NSW Insights Webinar Series
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 Webinar Series, rolling out across Term 2—a collection of focused, practical professional learning sessions designed to support educators, leaders, families, and allied health professionals. Each webinar is concise and purposeful,

SPELL Professional Learning EXTRAS!
Introducing SPELL @ SPELD NSW Professional Learning EXTRAS! We are pleased to introduce SPELL @ SPELD NSW Professional Learning EXTRAS! — a new series of bite-sized webinars and on-demand modules, rolling out across Term 2. Designed to support educators implementing the SPELL program, these sessions provide practical guidance on key aspects of spelling instruction and

Teaching Reading K–2 Starter Bundle
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 practice across Kindergarten to Year 2 are essential for building confident, capable readers. The Teaching Reading K–2 Webinar Series has been designed to support educators in strengthening their approach to

The Reading Intervention Course – Term 2 registrations now open!
Targeted reading intervention requires specialist knowledge and practical skill. Term 2 registrations are now open for the SPELD NSW Reading Intervention Course — a specialist program designed for educators and allied health professionals delivering small-group and one-to-one Tier 3 reading intervention. The course builds expertise in evidence-based assessment and instruction, equipping participants to support struggling

Dyscalculia Day 3 March 2026
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, workplace learning opportunities and a free Q&A, designed to build understanding of dyscalculia and strengthen support across school, home and work settings. SPELD NSW is supporting Dyscalculia Day with free

SPELD NSW returns to Canberra in March 2026
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 learning supports teachers, interventionists and school teams to strengthen foundational reading instruction through practical, evidence-based strategies. The workshop explores the how, what and why of UFLI Foundations and provides tools

SPELD NSW What’s On
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 year up strong for 2026 and support children with learning difficulties from the start. Worth a read if you’re planning ahead and looking for ready-to-use resources. Check your inbox to

Holiday Learning Ideas for Families
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 school break. The holidays are a valuable time for children to rest and recharge, and learning doesn’t need to feel like school. In this edition, we’ve focused on holiday learning

Schools Out!
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 from Monday 22 December 2025 returning Monday 12 January 2026. We look forward to continuing to support your children and students in the New Year. Thank you for your ongoing

Black Friday Sale
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 sale of the year! Our Black Friday Sale is not just about savings; it’s an opportunity to invest in resources and professional development that can transform the lives of individuals

SPELD NSW Reading Intervention Course
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 packed with new resources and expert modules to help educators and allied health professionals deliver powerful, evidence-based reading support in small groups and one-on-one. No specific prior qualifications are required. The

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! We can send your school a sample pack of decodable readers and arrange a free online consultation with our team to discuss the best options for your students from Kindergarten and Year

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 involved this October and make a difference! Our Dyslexia Awareness Month feature includes free downloadable resources, new Dyslexia Awareness Month webinars about Word Blending and Assistive Technology, along with details

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 us for this FREE webinar to learn more about SPELL @ SPELD NSW Launch!!
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SPELD NSW Insights Webinar Series
Introducing SPELD NSW Insights Webinar SeriesA new webinar series designed to support you—when you need it most. SPELD NSW is
SPELL Professional Learning EXTRAS!
Introducing SPELL @ SPELD NSW Professional Learning EXTRAS! We are pleased to introduce SPELL @ SPELD NSW Professional Learning EXTRAS!
Teaching Reading K–2 Starter Bundle
Strengthening Early Reading Instruction: Teaching Reading K–2 Starter Bundle Strong reading foundations begin in the early years of school. Clear
The Reading Intervention Course – Term 2 registrations now open!
Targeted reading intervention requires specialist knowledge and practical skill. Term 2 registrations are now open for the SPELD NSW Reading
Dyscalculia Day 3 March 2026
From 2–6 March, Dyscalculia Network is hosting a week-long program of events in recognition of Dyscalculia Day on 3 March.



