Struggling with spelling can hold a child back—but with the right training, every child can become a confident speller. The Spelling Strategies Course offers structured, step-by-step spelling training designed to help children and teenagers master even the trickiest words.
Whether your child is falling behind, frustrated with writing, or needs extra support, this program provides the tools, strategies, and confidence they need to catch up and excel.
Trusted by parents, teachers, and tutors across Australia, the Spelling Strategies Course delivers real results through effective spelling training.
Each unit begins with an engaging pre-recorded video lesson that introduces the key spelling strategies for that unit. Learners actively participate by using a whiteboard and marker, with support from an adult when needed. It’s a fun and interactive way for everyone to learn together!
Each video lesson in the program is supported by a printable workbook designed to reinforce learning. You can download and print these from your subscription, or purchase professionally printed copies of the complete set.
Children who struggle with spelling need to master the most commonly used words in the English language to confidently tackle everyday writing tasks. Each workbook includes a list of 10 commonly used words to focus on, conveniently placed on the back cover.
The online quizzes are a fun and simple way for your child to finish each unit and for you to track their progress. Simply click the link provided in your subscription, and your child can complete the quiz in about 10 minutes!
Each unit includes a short list of words designed to reinforce the spelling strategies covered in the video lesson. If you're working with a child, simply read the words aloud for them to write and then explore the spelling secrets provided with the list! This step is an optional addition for those seeking a thorough approach.
Children who struggle with spelling often have difficulties with writing as well. Dictation is an effective way to improve both skills because the learner can focus on essential writing skills like spelling, handwriting and using punctuation without the added pressure of deciding what to write. In dictation, an adult reads sentences aloud, and the learner uses the spelling skills they've learned to write the sentences.
This course is ideal for children and teenagers who struggle with spelling, as well as parents, teachers, and tutors looking for an effective spelling training resource.
The duration depends on the learner’s age and ability. For a teenager or adult eager to improve their spelling quickly and willing to dedicate time each day, the course can be completed in under a month.
For a 10-year-old or a child who may be more reluctant to commit, one hour a week over six months is a manageable and achievable pace.
No matter your situation, you'll have access to the course for a full year, giving you plenty of flexibility to progress at your own pace.
Not at all! The course was originally designed for parents looking for easy-to-use, effective support. However, it’s become just as popular with teachers and schools for the same reason.
Definitely! It’s perfect for homeschooling, especially if you have children of different ages. This is because it focuses on teaching spelling strategies and rules that work for many words, instead of using separate word lists for each age or ability.
You can reach out to us anytime during your one-year subscription for support. We’re here to help!
Spelling can be challenging for many reasons, but a common issue is not understanding how to use effective spelling strategies. Many people with spelling difficulties rely only on writing the sounds they hear, which can limit their ability to spell a wide range of words.
The Australian Curriculum recommends teaching spelling strategies systematically up to Grade Five, but many children don’t fully develop strong spelling skills by this stage. As spelling gets less focus in later school years, some children miss the chance to build confidence in their abilities.
The Spelling Strategies Course helps by offering targeted spelling training. It teaches essential strategies and rules, making spelling easier to learn. We believe no child should leave school struggling with spelling, and this course ensures progress is clear and motivating for every learner.
Firstly, your child will gain a strong understanding of the English spelling system. Instead of relying on memorising words, they’ll learn reliable strategies and rules to spell a wide range of words—even ones they’ve never seen or written before.
Improved spelling skills also boost reading ability, as both rely on similar strategies. Additionally, the final step in each unit (dictation) is specifically designed to help reluctant writers build confidence and improve their writing skills.
Yes! Schools can choose from several purchasing options to suit their needs. Click here to learn more, or contact us with your needs.
We love hearing how the Spelling Strategies Course has helped people across Australia build their confidence.
The spelling strategies course is the first time I actually feel confident about spelling. I like that it is aimed at people who aren't good at spelling, but not babyish. Other spelling programs spend too much time on easy things that are boring.
13 year-old girl
I'm a bit embarrassed to say that I'm a teacher, but I have never felt confident with spelling, which is something I have always tried to hide. I purchased the Spelling Strategies Course to improve my own spelling, but I actually use it with my students as well.
Wishes to remain anonymous
This system of teaching spelling rules is visual, tactile, inspiring and effective! It offers great strategies for learning spelling, and is excellent for children who don’t want to commit to writing.
SPELD SA Director
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Get instant access to the first half of the Spelling Strategies Course (Part One). This option is ideal for those who prefer to split the payment into two installments.
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Enjoy the convenience of our Complete Learning Kit. Along with the digital access, you'll receive hard copies of both workbooks ($70 each). While these materials are available as printable PDFs with the gold access option, this package ensures you have everything in hand, ready to use.
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