Fluent Reading and Spelling Difficulties
Despite support and intervention, being able to spell words for a test but not remember them for independent writing.
About Dyslexia
Understanding, supporting, and empowering individuals with dyslexia
What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty which primarily affects skills in accurate and fluent reading and spelling. It is not linked to intelligence or educational experience and can occur regardless of gender, age, and ability. Dyslexia is about the way the brain processes information. People with dyslexia may have difficulty processing or remembering information which can affect how they acquire literacy skills. Dyslexia may affect other areas of learning and can co-occur with other difficulties.
Common Signs
Fifficulty Processing Information
Difficulty processing information as if someone is listening or hearing and struggling with organisation of tasks including planning a writing exercise or day to day tasks such as getting ready for a day at school.
Assessment Process
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Gathering Information
I gather information from both home and school to get a clear picture of the learner’s strengths and difficulties.
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Assessment
Assessments take place in the individuals home to ensure a secure and comfortable environment, with parents on site. The assessment takes around three hours, with breaks built in and assesses language, verbal and visual ability, reading and spelling, memory and information processing, and maths if it is flagged as an area of concern.
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Detailed Report
A detailed report is written and shared within three weeks.
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Follow Up
I follow up with a meeting to explain the results and answer any questions.
Myths and Facts About Dyslexia
Myth: Dyslexia is a sign of low intelligence
Dyslexia is a specific learning difference that affects reading and language processing, not intelligence. Tons of people with dyslexia are super smart, creative, and successful.
Fact: Dyslexia affects people of all intelligence levels
It has nothing to do with how smart you are - its just a difference in how the brain processes written language. You can be gifted, average, or anywhere in between and still have dyslexia.