You're a parent who is dreaming of their child being confident and thriving at school.
You've tried to support as best you can at home.
But you're not seeing the progress you had hoped for
and now need to call on an experienced and highly qualified teacher for support.
This tuition programme supports children with and without dyslexia.
You're frustrated because...
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You've taken self-study courses, googled, joined supportive parenting groups - but it's just not clicking.
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You're struggling with the highs and lows, and can't figure out how to support your child's learning
- You're seeing other children hit major educational milestones, and wondering what you're missing.
- You feel like you're doing all the right things but it's just not enough for progress to be seen at school.
I get it.
As a multi-award winning dyslexia assessor and specialist teacher, I can help to support your child to develop their literacy skills.
- Qualified teacher with 22 years experience.
- Experience of teaching in primary and secondary, independent and state schools.
- Experience of a number of roles in school including leadership, head of department, progress co-ordinator.
- Qualified SENCo.
- Post-graduate trained in inclusion, assessment and supporting students.
- Qualified in teaching approaches that support neurodiverse learners.
- Experienced in positive psychology methods of coaching.
- A mum, who has supported her own children with learning at home.
Imagine what it would feel like to...
have a confident, happy child who is keen to learn.
Making progress with gaps in learning addressed.
Happy and engaged in learning.
Have the confidence to answer questions in class.
Online and face to face small group or one-to-one classes.
Introducing
Our multi-sensory tuition programme is a small group programme for children aged between 7-11 years who want to address gaps in literacy learning so they can make progress.
This programme can be delivered online or face-to-face course for children aged 7-11 years who have gaps in their literacy or may have dyslexia.
The next cohort starts in term 5 (week beginning 15th April.
Years 3&4 (small groups max 5)
Tuesday (face to face) and Thursday (online) 4.30 - 5.20
Saturday 9.00 - 9.50
Years 5&6 (small groups max 5)
Tuesday (face to face) and Thursday (online) 5.45 - 6.35
Saturday 10.20 - 11.00
1-1 Tuition arranged at a mutually convenient time.
At the end of our tuition programme, you'll walk away with:
Increase in self-confidence for your child.
Feedback on how to further support your child's difficulties.
Strategies your child can use to support their self-esteem and well-being.
A bank of ideas for parents to use at home.
Development of skills to enable your child to make progress in class.
Skills to encourage your child to advocate for themselves in the classroom.
What you get when you join:
- Weekly 50-minute lessons - either online or face-to-face in Whitstable, Kent.
- Confidence to work in a small group (maximum 5 students). EEF (Education Endowment Foundation) research found small group tuition has as much impact as one-to-one tuition and the benefit of peer collaboration.
- Initial learning assessment to identify your child's individual learning needs. (usual fee £150).
- Lessons taught by an experienced specialist teacher.
- Multi-sensory teaching style.
- Homework to complete each week.
- Monthly feedback reports.
- Access to an award-winning literacy app.
- Literacy skills and self-esteem focus.
- Optional weekly well-being 30-minute session. This is delivered via an online session.
- Well-being booklet with the option to complete with support as detailed above or independently.
- A focus on enjoying learning in a friendly environment.
- It is recommended to continue tuition for at least 12 weeks.
- Monthly reading book for paired and independent reading at home.
- Supporting communication skills within the small group environment.
- Access to a private Facebook group to support you helping your child at home.
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Join the wait list for the tuition programme now!
Small Group Tuition (max 5)
MONTHLY PAYMENT*
MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF:
£300 £200
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Small Group Tuition Programme
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Literacy Support
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Well-Being Support
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Taught By An Experienced Qualified Specialist Dyslexia Teacher
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Initial Learning Assessment and Monthly Feedback Reports
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Face to Face or Online.
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*by joining, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions.
One to One
MONTHLY PAYMENT*
MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF:
£500 £450
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One to One Tuition Programme
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Literacy Support
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Well-Being Support
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Taught By An Experienced Qualified Specialist Dyslexia Teacher
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Initial Learning Assessment and Monthly Feedback Reports
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Is this program right for me?
This program is a fantastic fit for you if:
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You are a parent who is ready to take action.
- You want to give your child the skills to develop whilst still at primary school.
- You're ready to commit to this action.
- Your child has dyslexia or needs a little support with literacy skills.
This program isn't the best fit for you if:
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You think school should do all the work.
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You're unable to commit to joining the lessons and completing the homework tasks.
Questions?
Email me at info@thisisdyslexia.co.uk and
I'll help you decide if it's right for you!
Here's what happens when you join:
1. You'll be invited to an online learning assessment to help create an individualised learning plan.
2. You'll be invited to join a group with students of similar abilities. See FAQs for typical timings.
3. You'll receive an excited email from me welcoming you to the programme with a start date. (next cohort starts in April).
4. You'll receive a welcome pack with everything you need to get started with your programme.
5. You'll be invited into a private Facebook group for parents.
Frequently asked questions
Here are a few answers to our most common questions
DO I NEED TO DO ANYTHING TO PREPARE MY CHILD?
There is nothing that you are required to do at home prior to the start of the programme.
WHEN DOES THE PROGRAMME START?
The next programme start date is 14th April. Sessions are at the following time:
Lower Primary
Tuesday and Thursdays at 4.30-5.20 and Saturdays at 9.00 - 9.50.
One-to-One sessions are individually arranged with clients.
Upper Primary
Tuesday and Thursdays at 5.45 - 6.35 and Saturdays at 10.20 - 11.00.
One-to-One sessions are individually arranged with clients.
HOW IS THE PROGRAMME DELIVERED?
Lessons are either face to face in Whitstable, Kent or online. There will be a requirement to chose the best fit for your family at the start of the programme.
HOW LONG WILL THE HOMEWORK TAKE EACH WEEK?
It is recommended to spend 15 minutes on a daily paired reading task. There will also be a spelling homework which should take approximately 10 minutes each day.
HOW LONG SHOULD MY CHILD HAVE TUITION?
It is difficult to give an exact answer as all children are individual. That being said, it would be expected to see progress within 12 weeks.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
I'm happy to answer any questions you may have so you can determine if this programme is right for you! Email me at info@thisisdyslexia.co.uk and I'll get back to you asap.
Before you go...
If there's one thing I want you to remember, it's this:
Trust your gut!
If you've read this far, I have a feeling this program could be exactly what you need. So don't second guess yourself.
If you're worried you're not ready yet, or aren't 100% convinced tuition is the perfect fit - reach out to info@thisisdyslexia.co.uk.
I'll be totally honest about whether I think this program will help you with supporting your child.
You've got nothing to lose.
So what are you waiting for?
If you don't want to secure your place yet but want to be added to the waitlist, please email info@thisisdyslexia.co.uk