Dyslexia Support - Access for All
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 dyslexia difficulties can be gained by examining how the individual responds or has responded to well-founded intervention.”
Source: The Rose Report 2009, Pg 29. - Identifying and Teaching Children and Young People with Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties.
WHO ARE WE?
Marcelle West is a highly regarded and respected qualified teacher and SENCO who has worked in schools in the local area for the last 18 years. Marcelle also has experience of supporting dyslexia within her own family and is a fierce advocate for removing barriers to learning so that all children can succeed.
• National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination/Post-graduate Certificate in SEN Coordination (Masters level course)
• Post Graduate Certificate in Education with QTS
• First class honours degree in Education Studies
• Level 4 Supporting Dyslexia and Co-occurring Difficulties
• Member of the British Dyslexia Association
• Enhanced DBS clearance
WHAT’S THE EVIDENCE?
“Use one-to-one and small-group tutoring ideally involving structured interventions. There is consistent evidence the approach supports children struggling with aspects of literacy… There is extensive and consistent evidence of the impact of intensive small group and one-to-one support.”
Source: The Education Endowment Fund 2020. IMPROVING LITERACY IN KEY STAGE 1
“When a teacher identifies that a pupil is struggling with aspects of literacy, the next step should be to accurately diagnose the specific issue(s) and then carefully plan how to support the pupil. Prompt identification of pupils’ specific literacy needs and the provision of appropriate support are critical to ensuring sustained progress…One- to-one or small group instruction from qualified teachers and reading specialists are among the most effective.”
Source: The Education Endowment Fund 2020. IMPROVING LITERACY IN KEY STAGE 2
Teaching (per session)
Dyslexia literacy teaching - £42.50
Touch, Type, Read, Spell (TTRS) touch typing develop fast and accurate keyboard skills and also improve student's reading and spelling - £17.50
Key Stage 1 phonics tuition and handwriting - £45 1:1 or £35 1:2.
Assessments
Dyslexia Screener standardised assessment highlighting degrees of dyslexic tendencies, to help identify and offer help to individuals - age 5 to 16+ - £45.
Dyslexia Diagnostic Portfolio a detailed profile of a student’s literacy, processing and memory skills. Provides a profile of strengths and weaknesses, helping teachers identify particular areas of difficulty in literacy learning - 6-16+ years. Follow-up recommendations report included - £95 + dyslexia screener cost.
Assessments identify signs of dyslexia and other learning needs. Results can assist in the diagnosis of dyslexia, differentiation of educational provision for children with learning difficulties and the creation of individualised teaching and learning activities for all students in the age range.
Support with identification of need and advice regarding school support - by request.
Combination packages available.
Classes held in Ticehurst face to face. Waiting list for January 2027 now open. To arrange an informal telephone discussion about your child's needs or to be placed on the waiting list please email:
Mrs Marcelle West
BA Hons, PGCE, NASENCO, QTS
Email: Info@Dyslexiastars.net
Web: Dyslexiastars.net
Tel: 07704 095792