Ready Set Write OT

09/10/2025

07/10/2025

Many people impacted by DCD may also be diagnosed with, or display symptoms of, other neurodevelopmental disorders. We still don’t fully understand much of this overlap, but it’s always important as part of diagnosis that children are screened for commonly co-occurring conditions (and vice versa).

06/10/2025

✏️ What is an SLD in Written Expression? - Friday 10 October 1:00-2:30PM

Specific Learning Disorder with impairment in Written Expression (sometimes referred to as Dysgraphia) is characterised by a significant difficulty with expressing ideas in writing. This free session will provide participants with an understanding of the key characteristics of SLD in Written Expression, underlying processing difficulties and support strategies.

This Parent Information series is 1 of 3 online sessions we are holding as part of Dyslexia and SLD Awareness Week — and it’s completely free to attend.

❗Register here: https://speldvictoriainc.my.salesforce-sites.com/AAkPay__checkoutM?cmid=701Mp00000gJLyIIAW&cacheControl=20250930111553005&campaignType=Information+sessions

06/10/2025

📖 Assessments & Accommodations - Thursday 9 October 1:00-2:30PM

Join Senior Psychologist, Kim Bloor, for an informative online presentation for parents on understanding assessments and exploring effective classroom accommodations. Gain insights into the assessment process and discover practical strategies to support children with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) such as Dyslexia.

This Parent Information series is 1 of 3 online sessions we are holding as part of Dyslexia and SLD Awareness Week — and it’s completely free to attend.

👉 Register now: https://speldvictoriainc.my.salesforce-sites.com/AAkPay__checkoutM?cmid=701Mp00000gJIUEIA4&cacheControl=20250930111553005&campaignType=Information+sessions

06/10/2025

REMINDER: Dyslexia & SLD Awareness Week 2025 is here!
🗓️ Mark your calendar: Monday 6 – Friday 10 October

Join us for a week of free online sessions designed to empower parents, carers, and anyone curious about Specific Learning Disorders.

📚What is Dyslexia? 1:00pm - 2:30pm Monday 6 October
👉 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/8y9ufv78

📝Assessments and Accommodations. 1:00pm - 2:30pm Thursday 9 October
👉 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/y8ve66bs

✏️What is SLD in Written Expression (sometimes called Dysgraphia)? 1:00pm - 2:30pm Friday 10 October
👉 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4t8pawkw

Secure your spot - registration is essential.

✨ Note: If the links do not open on mobile, please copy and paste the links above into a new browser tab — this will take you straight to the registration page.

06/10/2025

The Impact for DCD International Adult Survey has been launched this week. Adults with DCD/Dyspraxia, let’s get behind this one 💙

18/07/2025

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11/06/2025

Fantastic progress by this 7-year-old after only six handwriting sessions; he was explicitly taught how to form each lowercase letter and how to place them correctly on the dotted lines. We used coloured dotted thirds paper, grouped similarly formed letters together (i.e., a, d, g, o, q), and applied spacing strategies.

27/05/2025

Over the past few weeks, I’ve completed several urgent handwriting assessments for Year 12 students—some who had their initial applications for computer use in exams rejected by VCAA, and others who were only recently encouraged by their teachers to apply due to slow or illegible handwriting.

I’ve been pleasantly surprised to see that, with additional evidence provided—including my assessment reports and statements from teachers about the real impact of handwriting difficulties—VCAA has approved computer use for these students in their final exams. 🙌
If your child struggles with handwriting and it’s affecting their ability to show what they know, computer use can be a reasonable adjustment. Even if an application has been rejected in the past, a strong, well-documented case can make a real difference. With the right support and documentation, it is possible to get the reasonable adjustments they need to succeed.
Please don’t lose hope—support is available, and success is possible.

21/05/2025

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