Empowering Literacy for All
Orton-Gillingham
Language Approach: Literacy Training
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 Training?
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.
Teacher Training 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 Literacy Course for Educators
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!
You’ll take away with you all the literacy and dyslexia resources and materials needed to use the approach in your context.
Linda McKillop also offers ongoing mentoring support to ensure you are confident in delivering this approach.
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 Orton Gillingham 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
What will I learn during Orton-Gillingham Language Approach training?
Our Orton-Gillingham Language Approach training provides practical, evidence-based professional learning in structured literacy. Participants gain the knowledge and confidence to teach reading, spelling and writing using explicit, sequential and multisensory instruction aligned with the Science of Reading.
Throughout the training, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of phonology, orthography, morphology, syntax, semantics and etymology, while learning practical strategies to support students with dyslexia and other literacy learning needs. You’ll leave with skills and resources you can confidently apply in classrooms, clinical settings and literacy intervention programs.
Is Orton-Gillingham Language Approach training available Australia-wide?
Yes. Speech Pathology Tasmania delivers Orton-Gillingham Language Approach training Australia-wide, including Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory. We provide professional learning for educators, schools and organisations, with private training options tailored to your team’s structured literacy needs.
Is the Orton-Gillingham Language Approach only for students with dyslexia?
No. While the Orton-Gillingham Language Approach is highly effective for supporting students with dyslexia, it also benefits learners who need explicit literacy instruction or additional support with reading, spelling and writing. The structured, multisensory approach can be used with students across a range of ages and abilities.
Is the Orton-Gillingham Language Approach aligned with the Science of Reading?
Yes. The Orton-Gillingham Language Approach aligns with the Science of Reading by using explicit, systematic instruction in phonological awareness, phonics, spelling, vocabulary and language. This structured literacy approach helps educators teach reading using evidence-based methods that improve literacy outcomes for all learners.
Is the Orton-Gillingham Language Approach evidence-based?
Yes. The Orton-Gillingham Language Approach is an evidence-based structured literacy approach that uses explicit, systematic and sequential instruction. It is recognised internationally for supporting students with dyslexia and other literacy difficulties and aligns with current research on effective reading instruction.
What is the Orton-Gillingham Language Approach?
The Orton-Gillingham Language Approach is an evidence-based, structured literacy approach that teaches reading, spelling and writing using explicit, sequential and multisensory instruction. Originally developed to support individuals with dyslexia, it is now widely used to help learners of all ages build strong literacy skills. The approach focuses on understanding how the English language works, giving educators practical strategies to support confident, successful readers and writers.
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