Qualified specialist dyslexia teacher and assessor, offering a range of services tailored to each child’s unique needs.
Services
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If you suspect dyslexia but do not require a full diagnostic report for your child, I offer dyslexia screening services.
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A comprehensive dyslexia assessment, which looks at a range of cognitive abilities, phonological awareness, language processing, memory, and literacy skills.
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I:I specialist dyslexia lessons through the use of a multi-sensory approach and a structured, cumulative literacy programme, bespoke and perosnalised to suit each learner.
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Providing professional development and training for schools in the form of workshops/ presentations/ I: I coaching for teachers and school staff.
Understanding Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty that primarily affects reading and language processing.
Definition of Dyslexia
The Rose (2009) definition of dyslexia:
Dyslexia is a learning difficulty that primarily affects the skills involved in accurate and fluent word reading and spelling.
Characteristic features of dyslexia are: difficulties in phonological awareness, verbal memory and verbal processing speed.
Dyslexia occurs across the range of intellectual abilities. It is best thought of as a continuum, not a distinct category, and there are no clear cut-off points.
Co-occurring difficulties may be seen in aspects of language, motor co-ordination, mental calculation, concentration and personal organisation, but these are not, by themselves, markers of dyslexia.
A good indication of the severity and persistence of dyslexic difficulties can be gained by examining how the individual responds or has responded to well-founded intervention.
It’s important to recognise that dyslexia does not reflect a person’s intelligence or potential.
With appropriate support and strategies, individuals with dyslexia can thrive academically and professionally.
As a qualified specialist dyslexia teacher and assessor, I offer a range of services designed to support individuals with dyslexia and help them overcome their challenges.
My approach is tailored to each person’s unique needs, ensuring effective and personalised support.
