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Top tips to prepare your dyslexic child for another successful year at school.
That’s it, another summer holidays have come to an end. Whilst we might breathe a small sigh of relief and look forward to enjoying a cup of tea before it goes cold, our parental concerns start to shift towards how we can best prepare our children for another successful year at school.
In this blog we’ll take you through some key tips to help prepare your dyslexic child for the return to school.
Improved Learning with a Disabled Students’ Allowance
Many people are unaware that dyslexic learners are eligible for the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). If you or your child is thinking of going to University, applying for a DSA could mean that you’re entitled to new equipment and technology that will help you reach your full potential as an undergraduate or postgraduate student.
Identifying Dyslexia from Inside of the Classroom
What signs do teachers look for that prompt a dyslexia assessment or support? In our latest blog, we invite two teachers to share their experiences in the classroom.
Our Top 8 Educational Games for Dyslexic Children
Our top 8 educational games for dyslexic kids give another route to overcoming classroom barriers. During a child’s school years, the struggle with dyslexia becomes
5 Ways to Support Your Child’s Mental Health
How are mental health and dyslexia connected? In our latest blog, we discuss how the two are connected and how you can support your child’s mental health and wellbeing.
Not all dyslexic superheroes move at the same speed
Dyslexia, often unrecognized, is a neurological condition that influences how the brain processes information. It impacts not just reading and writing skills but also memory, coordination, and organisational abilities. A common companion for a dyslexic child is slow processing speed.
Nine ways that music and dyslexia work in harmony
Music and dyslexia can work in harmony. Learn how dyslexia affects musical skills and how music can help dyslexic individuals overcome their challenges.
A school’s role in diagnosing dyslexia
In this blog, we’ll be discussing a school’s role in diagnosing dyslexia. The average person spends 15 years in education.1 So, what happens if your child
The Path to a Dyslexia Diagnosis
The process of a dyslexia diagnosis can sometimes be underestimated or misunderstood. Yet it’s a crucial step to a happier, more fulfilled life. A dyslexia assessment and dyslexia diagnosis will provide clarity and direction. It’s the starting point for solutions that can help those difficulties become less of a struggle, and will be recognised nationally in both school and work.