Services
What I do
Dyslexia Assesments
When carrying out an assessment it is important to consider the individual’s story. The assessment is only the start of the journey so I have developed my services to offer parents support after diagnosis, such as attending school meetings with them.
121 Tutoring
I can provide tutoring within the school environment or at my home. I work with dyslexic learners of all ages, which gives me a unique insight into the development of dyslexia.
Teacher Training
Research shows that teachers actively want more information to enable them to meet the needs of children with SEND, which includes dyslexia. I aim to provide the science behind teaching approaches.
Support For Parents and Teachers
Frequently Asked Questions
Dyslexia is a difference in information processing. The processing of images is often a strength and can be used to support students. It is typical to also find difficulties with handwriting and concentration.
The recommended age is 7 upwards. Advice can be sought at any age and research points to the importance of early identification. This ensures that parents and teachers support the child fully.
Background information is vital. This helps to provide a report that is specific to the learner. Coupled with assessment data, this helps to inform diagnosis and recommendations. The assessment takes 3 to 4 hours.
A tutor can be helpful at any age. The opportunity to work 1-1 with a skilled adult can be transformative. Gaps in knowledge can be identified and self esteem is rebuilt as the student experiences success.
A tutor can help identify gaps in knowledge, from core skills e.g. specific letter formation in handwriting, to National Curriculum targets e.g. understanding what a clause is.
Yes, Zoom can be used for virtual sessions and this suits some learners better. Zoom presents the opportunity to work with learners all over the globe.
