Information and inspiration for those who support dyslexic learners
For more than a decade Studying with Dyslexia has been a trusted place for people who support dyslexic learners. We share guidance, insight and inspiration to help educators, parents and individuals understand dyslexia and the wider neurodiverse world with confidence. Through articles, resources and community spaces we bring people together to learn, to share and to feel supported on every step of the journey.
Why is learning spellings hard for a child with dyslexia?
Download my latest infographic that explains why dyslexia and spellings is so difficult and which strategies help with learning spellings.
How to ignite a love of reading with Georgina Durrant.
What resources can we use to help ignite a love of reading for our children? Georgina Durrant from The SEN Resources Blog shares her thoughts in the latest webinar from #succeedwithdyslexia.
Announcing the Forum for the Future of Education.
Announcing The Forum for the Future of Education. Find out how you could influence the future of our education system on the 22nd June 2021
I’m Dyslexic! Do essays have to be stressful?
Read this article to find out what the key strategies are for stress free essay writing for dyslexic students.
Experiencing challenges with poor focus and attention.
How can a child with poor focus and concentration be supported in class? SENCO Faye Favill shares some great tips for support, whilst Jessica McCabe from “How To ADHD” shares what it is like to struggle with ADHD.
Dyslexia, Success and Mental Health Awareness Week
At the end of #mentalhealthawarenessweek John Hicks announces a way to make a difference to the mental health of children and young people across the UK.
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A trusted source of information, inspiration, support and community for everyone who supports dyslexic learners.
Studying with Dyslexia is built around 4 core areas: Information, Inspiration, Support and Community. These areas shape the content we share, the conversations we encourage and the support we offer to educators, individuals, support professionals, families, parents and the wider community.

Information
Clear explanations about dyslexia, learning, study and neurodiversity.
Helping people understand what dyslexia is, how it can shape learning, and how strengths and challenges can show up in different ways. Making important ideas feel clear, accessible and useful for educators, parents, individuals, everyone supporting dyslexic learners and the wider community.

Inspiration
Understanding lived experience, positive examples and stories that build confidence, encouragement and possibility.
Sharing real experiences and reflections that help people feel seen, valued and understood. Showing how dyslexic learners can recognise their strengths, navigate challenges and feel more confident in their learning journey.

Support
Practical strategies, tools, study ideas and resources that help dyslexic learners thrive.
Providing clear and practical support that helps people take meaningful steps in understanding and supporting dyslexic learners. Sharing useful strategies, tools and resources that can be used in education, at home, in study and across the wider learning journey.

Community
Shared understanding, meaningful questions, discussion, sharing knowledge and learning from each other.
Building positive spaces where educators, individuals, support professionals, families, parents, everyone supporting dyslexic learners and the wider community can connect, share and grow together. Encouraging supportive conversations, shared experiences and community learning that help people feel understood, included and part of something bigger.
How to make studying from home easier: Part One Understanding Blended Learning.
It is October 2020 and our students are experiencing huge challenges with learning due to the disruptions that have come from the global pandemic. In this part one of two articles on how to make studying from home easier, we will explore the pros and cons of ‘Blended Learning’ and strategies that could help make that process easier.
Three strategies for helping a dyslexic child to learn spellings.
Three strategies for helping a dyslexic child to learn spellings. Ed psych, Zoe Pennant shares her top three strategies for helping a child to learn spellings that work at home and at school.
Why do Mums recommend dyslexic children using touch typing at school?
Hear what Mums are saying about helping their dyslexic children to do better at school using touch typing skills and try this free test to see how good you or your child are at touch-typing.
Dyslexia and Channel 4’s The Write Offs: Dean shares his important message.
Dean from Channel 4’s The Write Offs shares an important message about wasting the potential in young dyslexic minds at school. In this exclusive article, Dean reveals his final speech from the show in it’s entirety and it is for parents and teachers alike. Martin Kemp from Spandau Ballet and Eastenders also makes an appearance in this article. Please share.
Sign this petition from the BDA to get diagnostic assessments and targeted support for children funded in schools.
Lets petition the UK Gov to provide funding for diagnostic assessments AND specialised support for our dyslexic learners so that they can unlock their potential. Please share this article.
GoRed For Dyslexia: International Dyslexia Awareness Month has arrived!
October’s International Dyslexia Awareness Month has arrived. Check out this article for the latest news and resources and find out how you can get involved. #GoRedForDyslexia
Understanding Neurodiversity
Are you supporting a child with dyslexia? Then this infographic from Prof. Amanda Kirby will give you a better understanding of how being a dyslexic thinker works as you consider the wider world of Neurodiversity.
Why parents should understand the signs of dyslexia in their children.
Educational psychologist, Zoe Pennant shares a personal reason as to why parents should understand the signs of dyslexia in their children.
The Write Offs – Reviewing the Channel Four documentary about Dyslexia.
Channel Four has launched it’s documentary, The Write Offs. Presented by Sandi Toksvik, The Write Offs seeks to widen the public understanding about dyslexia. Here is my review of the programme. #TheWriteOffs