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Language Disorder Australia

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Language Disorder Australia

We provide education, support and advocacy for children and young people with Language Disorder.

Language Disorder Australia (former Speech and Language Disorder Australia – SALDA) is Australia’s trusted network of professionals and services, committed to ensuring extraordinary outcomes — beyond what anyone imagined possible — for children and young people with Language Disorder. With over 40 years’ experience providing high-quality education, support, and advocacy for our clients and their families across the country, we are boldly spearheading a better future for all children and young people with Language Disorder, unafraid to do things differently in the pursuit of our vision. Our multidisciplinary and integrated network of educators and allied health professionals work with our partners, community and government to provide services that consider and address all aspects of life. Through our work at The Glenleighden School, across the education system and via our private allied health clinics, we deliver contemporary, integrated support underpinned by evidence-based research — placing our clients’ needs at the heart of everything we do. It’s these services which enable us to unlock new pathways that allow children and young people with Language Disorder to forge their own path for success — a path that is uniquely theirs, and which will see them connect and thrive in their communities and find their place in the world. We stand strong in our belief that all children have the right to access quality education and support which addresses their needs, because everyone — no matter our differences — deserves to belong. At Language Disorder Australia, we will keep working to build a world of greater understanding and connection, to allow children and young people with Language Disorder to unleash their full extraordinary potential.

30/01/2026

Early learning starts with strong foundations 👣🗣️✍️

Join Senior Speech Pathologist Jordan Wellington and Senior Physiotherapist Megan Simmonds for a free, practical webinar exploring the fine motor, gross motor and early language skills young learners need to thrive in the first years of school.

Designed for educators and allied health professionals, this session shares evidence-based, classroom-ready strategiesto support access, participation and learning from day one—especially for students with language difficulties or Language Disorder.

📅 Thursday 5 February
🕒 3:30–4:30pm (Brisbane time)

✔ Live access
✔ On-demand recording via the Language Disorder Academy
✔ Free for QLD school staff

Can’t attend live? Register anyway and watch on demand.

Register here:
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19/01/2026

This year, we mark a massive milestone — 50 years of unwavering support, advocacy, and real impact for children and young people with Language Disorder.

Since formally establishing as a charitable organisation in 1976, Language Disorder Australia has stood for one clear mission — and 50 years on, that mission remains unchanged: to educate, support and advocate for children and young people with Language Disorder, so they can connect, belong and achieve.

Over five decades, that mission has driven real-world change:

✨ We operate Mancel College (previously known as The Glenleighden School), one of the only schools in Australia entirely dedicated to supporting students with Language Disorder.
✨ Our School Support Services partner with State, Catholic and Independent schools right across Queensland, with specialist multidisciplinary teams supporting school staff to develop individualised approaches for students with Language Disorder.
✨ Our Language Disorder Academy is a training hub delivering quality educational services and resources for educators and therapists, focused on improving outcomes for students with Language Disorder.

From humble beginnings, we’ve grown into a cornerstone organisation advocating for a disability that affects thousands of Aussie kids and young people and is still widely misunderstood.

Language Disorder isn’t just about difficulty with words; it’s about navigating life, school, friendships and confidence.

To our staff, partners, families and community supporters: thank you.

Here’s to the next fifty — more voices lifted, more barriers broken, and more children and young people given the support they deserve.

❤️ Together, we’re not just celebrating a milestone, we’re celebrating connection, understanding and belonging.

31/12/2025

Happy New Year from Language Disorder Australia. As we look ahead, we remain committed to creating a world where children and young people with Language Disorder are supported to connect, belong and achieve — in education and across all aspects of life.

Here’s to continued partnership with families, educators, therapists and communities, and to the extraordinary outcomes that become possible when understanding and support are in place.

We’re looking forward to everything 2026 has in store.

24/12/2025

As the year comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the progress that doesn’t always show up in neat milestones – the confidence to express an idea, the willingness to join a conversation, the relief of feeling understood and heard.

These moments matter. They’re made possible by the dedication of our staff, and the families, educators, and supporters who walk alongside children and young people with Language Disorder every day.

We’re grateful for everything you’ve contributed this year and wish you a safe and restful festive season.

26/11/2025

That's our final school visit for 2025! Gladstone, you were amazing!

Another successful year of delivering School Support Services across regional Queensland is complete. We've loved partnering with schools to make a real difference for students with Language Disorder.

2026 Bookings Now Open

Spots are filling fast! If your school wants specialist support for students with Language Disorder, now's the time to secure your place.

Join the waitlist today → https://languagedisorder.org.au/about-us/our-services/school-support-services/referrals/

14/11/2025

Language Disorder Australia Webinar: Writing – The How

Join Angela & Emily for Part 2 of the two-part webinar series on writing. This practical webinar Writing: The How will focus on practical strategies, tools, and frameworks to support all students through the writing process, with a focus on learners with Language Disorder. Discover how to strengthen students’ language skills, teach genre writing with purpose, and apply classroom strategies that work across year levels.
Whether you're working with Primary or Secondary students, gain practical tools that work across year levels and learning areas.

📅 Date: 27th November
⏰ Time: 3.30pm AEST
💻 Cost: Free for those who pre-register

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12/11/2025

Did you know that Language Disorder Australia has 7 values, each represented in the acronym SPEAKER?

The K stands for Kindness, one of our core values - “We are friendly, generous and considerate in everything we do”

Kindness is truly at the heart of everything we do 💛

As we celebrate World Kindness Day, we’re reminded that kindness isn’t just a value, it’s a practice. We champion kindness through every conversation, classroom, and connection, supporting children with Language Disorder and upskilling those who work alongside them.

✨ In recognition of Kindness Day, we’re sharing a free resource, our small way to spread kindness further.

Check the comments for the link!

11/11/2025

Language Disorder Australia Webinar: Writing - The What & Why
Unlock the Foundations of Writing Instruction
Join Angela & Emily for Part 1 of the two-part webinar series on writing.
Part 1 Writing: The What & Why will explore the theoretical frameworks behind writing instruction, the connection between spoken and written language, and evidence-based approaches to support all students including those with a Language Disorder.
Gain essential insights that work across Primary and Secondary levels.
📅 Date: 25th November
⏰ Time: 3.30pm AEST
💻 Cost: Free for those who pre-register

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29/10/2025

We would like to acknowledge Mancel College, who created something truly special for DLD Awareness Day 2025.

They brought together students, families and staff for a vibrant community event that blended learning with fun. Highlights included interactive games, music from the team, and a powerful keynote from guest speaker Clancy Doe, a former Mancel College student and Yale graduate.

Clancy’s story was a reminder of what’s possible when students with Developmental Language Disorder are understood and supported.
The event captured the heart of this year’s theme, You Can’t See DLD, by showing what visibility, inclusion and advocacy can achieve.

Language Disorder Australia is proud to recognise Mancel College’s continued leadership and commitment.

24/10/2025

Thank you to everyone for being part of DLD Awareness Day 2025 last Friday.

This year’s theme, You Can’t See DLD, helped raise important conversations across schools, clinics, and communities.

With colourful classrooms and national landmark light-ups, Australians took action to make Developmental Language Disorder more visible.

We’re grateful for every educator, parent, student, and clinician who shared the message.

Language Disorder is often hidden, but with the right support, young people can thrive.

At Language Disorder Australia, our work continues every day to ensure that awareness becomes action.

16/10/2025

Here is your answer to our True or False!

❌ FALSE.
Developmental Language Disorder can persist into adulthood, continuing to impact communication, education, and employment opportunities.

Recognising DLD as a lifelong condition helps ensure that individuals receive the understanding and support they deserve, not just as children, but throughout their lives.

14/10/2025

Let’s test your knowledge 👇

True or False: Developmental Language Disorder only affects children.

Comment your answer below (no Googling 😜)

We’ll share the answer in our next post!

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Brisbane, QLD
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Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

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http://www.languagedisorder.org.au/

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