Education

Keeping up with the current trends in education can be difficult. Below you will find some short explanations on services that will be able to assist you with your grandchildrens educational needs.

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Education QLD

More than ever, you can shape the learning life of your grandchild and your school. Connect to parents associations and know how you and your school can work together on your grandchilds future.

Choosing a school puts you in charge of your grandchild's future, while starting school offers practical information about holiday dates, uniforms and more.

Keep up-to-date with the latest Education Training and Reforms for the Future updates including Prep, Middle phase of learning and Senior phase of learning.
The department is dedicated to providing quality education to all Queensland children. If you need support, there may be help available. Please contact Education QLD for a range of support services.
The health and wellbeing section of Education QLD provides useful information for parents about your child's health.
 
www.education.qld.gov.au/parents/

Speld Qld Inc

SPELD Services include:
Advisory Service
Two experienced Education Advisors are available to speak with parents who believe their child may have a Specific Learning Disability (SLD/D). Adults, professionals and teachers who are concerned about learning disabilities are also welcome to call. There is no cost for this service.
Assessments
Psychological assessments by qualifed psychologists specialising in SLD/D's are available. An assessment should identify the extent of the problem, provide a comprehensive analysis of learning strengths and difficulties and as well recommendations for educational advice including strategies that could be used. All assessments are accompanied by a full written report.
Workshops and Courses
A range of seminars are presented by specialists in the field of Specific Learning Disabilities/Difficulties for parents, teachers and other professionals. There is also the opportunity for parents to share with other parents and Education Advisors after these meetings.
Tutor Services
All tutors at Speld Qld. are experienced and qualified teachers. It is mandatory that all tutors have Board of Teacher registration and possess a Blue Card. Jan Hughes is our Tutor Co-ordinator. Tutors can be arranged for all ages.
Assistive Technology
Library
There is a growing collection of books available for members to borrow from our library. Videos and software are available for viewing purposes only
 
www.speld.org.au