Empowering Literacy for All
Orton-Gillingham
Language Approach
The Orton-Gillingham Language Approach is a proven, structured method designed to transform how students learn to read, write, and communicate.
What is Orton-Gillingham Language Approach?
Orton-Gillingham (OG) Language Approach is a structured literacy method based on the foundational work of Dr Samuel Orton (neuropsychiatrist) and Anna Gillingham (educator & psychologist). Expanded internationally for whole-class use by Ronald Yoshimoto, it is further enriched by Linda McKillop, a Speech Pathologist with extensive clinical experience.
How It Helps Students
OG Language Approach teaches how words and language work for speaking, reading, and writing. It utilises phonology, syllabification, orthography, morphology, semantics, syntax, and etymology to build fluency and comprehension.
Meeting Diverse Needs
This approach supports all learners, including those with dyslexia. Its explicit, systematic, and multisensory methods empower educators to transform struggling students into confident readers and communicators.
Orton-Gillingham Language Approach is accredited by the International Dyslexia Association.
A Flexible, Science-Backed Approach to Literacy
A Wealth of Proven Expertise
Validated by over 90 years of time-tested knowledge and practice, the OG Language Approach has a strong foundation of success in literacy education.
Scientific evidence addressing:
- How individuals learn to read and write
- Why many people encounter difficulties
- How dyslexia makes achieving literacy skills more difficult
- The most effective instructional practices for teaching reading and writing
OG Language Approach can either stand-alone or add value to any existing structured literacy strategy, helping you to understand and adapt it for students who need some extra support.
Expert Training and Ongoing Support
Your master trainer, Linda Mckillop is a world class facilitator with many years of experience using this approach with students and their parents.
WHAT to teach
HOW to teach
WHY it makes a difference!
Training We Offer
Host a training at your venue
Bring the Orton-Gillingham Language Approach training (Basic or Advanced) to your school or organisation! Hosting a session allows others in your area to register while ensuring your staff receives training at a lower cost.
Benefits
- Reserve spots for your team without filling all seats
- Complimentary tickets provided (based on training type)
- Certificates for professional learning hours
Book a private training for your staff
A private OG Language Approach training is exclusively for your school or organisation. This dedicated session ensures a personalised learning experience tailored to your team’s needs.
Benefits
- Train 15-30 staff for a set fee, making it cost-effective
- Strengthen team collaboration and consistency
- Certificates provided for professional learning hours
Enquire About About Hosting or Booking a Private Training
Looking to bring Orton-Gillingham Language Approach training to your school or organisation? Whether you want to host a training session at your venue or book a private training exclusively for your staff, we offer flexible options to suit your needs.
Complete the form below to enquire about hosting or booking a private training session.
For more information, feel free to call us at (03) 6234 5717.
What people say about Orton-Gillingham Language Approach Training
“Linda was fabulous at reciting recalling and applying all aspects through the 5 days. Brilliant.”
OG Language Approach Training Participant (Teacher)
“Engaging, well presented and enjoyable. Something we can put into practice, not just theory that sounds great but gets shelved.”
OG Language Approach Training Participant (Teacher)
“The 5-day course was nothing short of a master class that I wished I had been involved in years ago. As an educator, I have learnt so much that has improved my own learning. Linda was an exceptional instructor and her passion for this topic reflects in her delivery of the content.”
OG Language Approach Basic Training Participant (Teacher)
“Linda is an amazing trainer. Her passion for the topic shines through and her knowledge is wonderful. Thank you Linda.”
OG Language Approach Training Participant (Teacher)
“Linda was amazing. Explained all aspects of the course clearly for all to access. She was totally accessible to answer all our questions, even during breaks and is very knowledgeable with the subject matter and content. Recommended for all speech pathologists. Highly recommend this training with Linda.”
OG Language Approach Training Participant (Speech Pathologist)
“Linda is an excellent presenter and responsive to student needs. The training was informative and fun and the materials supplied comprehensive and well organised.”
OG Language ApproachTraining Participant (Teacher)
F.A.Q
My child has difficulty with reading and/or spelling, why have I been referred to the Orton-Gillingham Educator at Speech Pathology Tasmania?
The Orton Gillingham Language Approach is used as an intervention alongside individuals and groups with various learning difficulties including Dyslexia.
Our OG Language Approach Educators are qualified as Practising Members of the OG Language Approach with many years of experience helping students and adults to develop literacy skills.
The sessions are tailored to individual needs and literacy levels, and include:
- Goal setting
- Interactive activities
- Home work
- And ongoing advice to parents, teachers and carers.
Orton-Gillingham Language Approach is accredited by the International Dyslexia Association.
How much does it cost to do the Orton Gillingham Language Approach (OG) Training?
- OG Language Approach Basic Training (5 days) $2150 including GST
- OG Language Approach Advanced Morphology Training (1 days) $715 including GST
Who is the Orton Gillingham Language Approach Training for?
Orton Gillingham Language Approach Training is for:
- Teachers, Teacher Assistants and Educators across all year groups and literacy levels
- Allied Health Workers and Speech Pathologists
- Parents, carers and foster carers
- Home school parents/carers
How do I register to attend an Orton-Gillingham Language Approach Training?
You can register for an Orton-Gillingham Language Approach Basic Training and the Advance Morphology Training through our event ticketing on our website HERE. (LINK)
Schools and businesses can register staff for the training via our website HERE or request an invoice by emailing programs@spt.com.au
Likewise schools and organisations wanting to book a private Orton-Gillingham Language Approach Training, specifically for their group or staff members, can enquire by emailing programs@spt.com.au
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