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Language and Learning 🇦🇺 NSW Kathryn Thorburn 💻 SLP Online Training & Support 💥 Tier 3 Language & Literacy Intervention

Kathryn Thorburn

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
Member Speech Pathology Australia
NESA Accredited Teacher - Proficient
Tutor SPELDNSW
Consultant teacher Learning Difficulties Australia

Medicare Provider
Private Health Fund Approved

School Age (K-12) Language, Literacy & Learning

Over 20 years experience - NSW Health, NSW DET Schools, Catholic Schools & Independent Schools

0416 544 153 (Mobile)

kathryn@languageandlearning.com.au

www.languageandlearning.com.au

About

Kathryn Thorburn holds dual qualifications in Speech Pathology & Teaching [Primary & Special Education]. She has been a certified practicing speech pathologist and member of Speech Pathology Australia since January 1998 and teacher since 2002. Kathryn holds proficient teacher accreditation with NESA in NSW and was employed on the NESA English Writers team for the K-2 & 3-6 Syllabus updates, 2021. Kathryn is a consultant teacher with Learning Difficulties Australia and Tutor for SPELDNSW. Kathryn has Speech Pathology experience in both NSW Health [adult & kids rehab] & Private practice. She has a particular interest and practical experience in the education and support of students who would be considered educationally at risk due to neurological condition, traumatic brain injury, rare disease, oncology treatment or complex medical history. Kathryn has extensive experience with assistive technology for supporting learning with a focus on student function and independence. Within the education sector Kathryn has worked across the DET, Catholic and Independent school sectors in NSW over 20 years. In addition Kathryn piloted a Rehabilitation Education Liaison Role within HNE Kids Rehab supporting students with mild moderate Head Injury back to their mainstream school environment. Kathryn has practical experience as a classroom teacher, co-ordinator, member of school leadership team / school executive and consultant for schools within a regional team. Kathryn has extensive experience managing and implementing whole school change in a K-12 setting in the areas of Literacy, Numeracy and Inclusive Education. Kathryn provides clinical education to Speech Pathology students [4th yr & Masters programs] from both the University of Newcastle and Sydney University within a Preschool - Year 12 setting and provides an annual guest lecture to Speech Pathology students on the topic of Reading & Spelling - Assessment & Intervention. Kathryn believes in supporting others to be the best they can be whether it is the students she works with or the professionals she supports. Kathryn believes all students can learn however as professionals we need to work smarter not harder because of the ever changing demands of the students in our educational and therapeutic care. Attached to their page is the group Language and Learning - Training and Support. This group is a safe place for professionals to ask questions and learn from each other. Kathryn reserves the right to delete any post that doesn’t not align with current best practice research and any instance of bullying or harassment will not be tolerated. Our focus at all times is the students we work with but we value collaboration because ‘together we can go far’

This month in The Tier 3 Toolkit for Language, Learning & Literacy we’re exploring resources both paid & free that might...
25/02/2026

This month in The Tier 3 Toolkit for Language, Learning & Literacy we’re exploring resources both paid & free that might be used for the assessment or oral narrative as well as whole class instruction, intervention and making the bridge to written narrative.

21/02/2026

Thank you Learning MATTERS for sharing this presentation.
Tiffany Hogan breaks down the similarities and differences between Dyslexia and Developmental Language Disorder, and what this means for helping learners improve their literacy outcomes. It’s excellent for anyone working with learners, parents, or educators.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joxWBkaPMkY

19/02/2026
It can be really tricky to navigate knowing which assessments to use, which resources you need and what additional train...
17/02/2026

It can be really tricky to navigate knowing which assessments to use, which resources you need and what additional training to complete.

How do you know when someone is recommending a resource because they’re an affiliate? If they’re a trainer for a particular program are they permitted to say when it’s not a good fit for the clients your clinic supports?

My free course provides an overview from someone who has completed the training, used and owns the resources and tested them out in both a classroom, clinic and Telehealth context. Will I tell you if it’s not a good fit and there is a better combination of resources for your clinic and clients - yes because budgets are limited and we are all time poor!

So the free course is on demand, access when you need it presented by an Australian Speech Pathologist sharing what you need to know to get you started! www.languageandlearning.com.au

I’m one of the crazy people that does lots of professional development and training because I like to understand a resou...
15/02/2026

I’m one of the crazy people that does lots of professional development and training because I like to understand a resource, the instructional method and the similarities and differences between assessment and intervention tools.🧰 So one of the reasons I developed my free course was to share this knowledge with other 📝if you’re an Australian Speech Pathologist who wants to better understand assessment and intervention resources available to support your school age clients requiring language and literacy support then my FREE course is a great place to start. 💡You can find it at www.languageandlearning.com.au

Feeling overwhelmed about supporting students with language and literacy difficulties as an Australian SLP?The free cour...
12/02/2026

Feeling overwhelmed about supporting students with language and literacy difficulties as an Australian SLP?

The free course An Introduction to Language, Literacy and Learning for the Australian SLP gives you a clear overview of
✔️the research you need to know about
✔️assessment tools both paid & free plus guidance to help you find the best combination for your caseload
✔️intervention tools both paid and free
✔️ technology tools

The purpose of this resource is to equip you with information to help you put together the best toolkit for your students and help plan where to start with further PD.

Join at www.languageandlearning.com.au or find the link in bio

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Kathryn Thorburn

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist | Member Speech Pathology Australia Mainstream & Special Education Teacher | NESA Accredited Proficient Teacher Registered Tutor (SPELD NSW) | Consultant Teacher (Learning Difficulties Australia)

Current WWCC [expires 09/2023] Medicare Provider Private Health Fund Approved Saturday Appointments | 9am - 5pm | 5 x Saturdays only each Term| Medowie Christian School | 6B Waropara Road, Medowie NSW 2318


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