Upcoming Professional Learning Opportunities

As Term 2 continues, families and educators may be noticing areas where students need additional support with reading, writing, language, confidence, or learning engagement.

To support families and school communities, SPELD Victoria is offering a series of free online information sessions throughout Term 2, presented by experienced literacy specialists and psychologists.

These practical sessions are designed to help parents and educators better understand learning difficulties and explore supportive, evidence-based strategies that can be used at home and in educational settings.

Upcoming sessions will explore topics including:

Supporting reading and writing development
Building resilience and self-esteem
Understanding language disorders

All sessions are free, delivered online, and will not be recorded.

👉 Explore our full calendar of Information Sessions via the link below.

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Free Parent Info Session - Developing Resilience and Self-Esteem of Students with Learning and Language Difficulties

Tuesday 9th June 2026 | Location: Online

Research highlights that resilience and positive self-esteem play an important role in supporting the wellbeing and learning of children and young people with learning difficulties.

Join psychologist Kirsten Melville for this free online information session exploring practical, evidence-based strategies to support resilience, confidence, and emotional wellbeing at home and in educational settings.

Topics will include:

Supporting positive self-esteem
Building resilience and coping skills
Encouraging confidence in learning
Creating supportive environments at home and school

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Free Parent Info Session - What is a Language Disorder?

Friday 26th June 2026 | Location: Online

Oral language skills play an important role in learning, communication, social interaction, and literacy development.

This free online information session is designed for parents and professionals seeking to build a stronger understanding of language difficulties and language disorder, including how these challenges may present at home and in educational settings.

Participants will explore:

What oral language is and why it matters
Common signs of language difficulties
How language disorders are identified
Practical ways to support children and young people

Support at home and at school can make a meaningful difference for students experiencing language difficulties.

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Not Sure Where to Start? Call the SPELD Victoria Infoline 📞1800 051 533

Whether you are a parent, carer, or teacher, finding the right support for a child with learning difficulties can feel overwhelming. The SPELD Victoria Infoline is your first step to trusted, expert guidance.

Call us for free, professional advice on dyslexia and other learning difficulties. We're here to listen, answer your questions, and point you in the right direction.

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