Speech and language
Reading & Literacy
Falling behind in reading or spelling isn’t a reflection of effort or intelligence. With the right support, children can catch up and gain confidence.
Speech and language
Reading & Literacy
Falling behind in reading or spelling isn’t a reflection of effort or intelligence. With the right support, children can catch up and gain confidence.
Ready to Get Started?
Signs To Look For
Reading difficulties often become more visible once formal schooling begins. These are signs it’s worth speaking to a speech pathologist.
Difficulty learning letter sounds, blending sounds into words, or remembering common sight words.
Reading is slow, effortful or inaccurate; comprehension is affected.
Avoids reading aloud or shows anxiety around literacy tasks.
Spelling is inconsistent or phonetically unusual (not just creative).
Writing is significantly behind peers, ideas are there but getting them on paper is hard.
Previously diagnosed with dyslexia or a reading-related learning difficulty.
What To Expect
We make it easy to get started – no jargon, no pressure, just clear next steps.
1
Free phone call
Chat with a speech pathologist about your concerns. No commitment needed.
2
Initial Assessment
We assess your communication and get to know your world and goals.
3
Personalised Plan
We explain what we found, set goals together, and plan the path forward.
4
Ongoing Therapy
Regular sessions using evidence-based techniques, with you involved throughout.
Our Approach
Evidence-based therapy delivered in a way that works for each individual and their life.
Evidence-based literacy methods
We use structured literacy approaches grounded in the science of reading; phonics, phonemic awareness and language comprehension.
School collaboration
We work with teachers and learning support staff to align therapy with what’s happening in the classroom.
Assessment-led
We identify exactly where the breakdown is happening, so therapy is targeted, not generic.
Building confidence
We create a safe, encouraging space where children can take risks and celebrate progress.
Common Questions
No. Speech pathologists are trained to assess and treat the underlying language and phonological processing skills that underpin reading. Tutoring works on the content; we work on the foundation.
Yes, we have experience supporting children with dyslexia and related learning differences. We use approaches specifically recommended for dyslexia, including structured literacy.
Absolutely. Reading comprehension relies heavily on oral language. We assess and treat the language skills that underpin understanding text.
If your child has an NDIS plan that includes speech pathology, literacy support may be funded. Contact us and we can advise based on your plan.
Ready to Get Started?
Take The First Step Today
Everyone deserves to be heard,
and we’re here to help
Ready to Get Started?
Take The First Step Today
Everyone deserves to be heard,
and we’re here to help
