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.
Dealing with dyslexia and ‘exam anxiety’: Tips for keeping calm.
Taking exams is a huge cause for anxiety. Add dyslexic thinking into the mix and the levels of anxiety can ‘sky-rocket’ to new levels. This article gives some tips on how to reduce the levels of anxiety so that a dyslexic student can focus on doing what they need to do rather than on what could go wrong.
Parenting & Dyslexia: New sessions available for parents of dyslexic kids.
In this article, I am thrilled to announce that the Dyslexia Show is putting on more sessions for parents who want tips on how to build up the self-esteem of their children.
Parent of a dyslexia child in Wiltshire? The British Dyslexia Association wants to help.
Find out about the latest date for the British Dyslexia Association’s Parent Roadshow event taking place in Chippenham, Wiltshire. Parents of dyslexic children will understand more about dyslexia, dyslexia and mental health as well as technology that can help with studying in school. FREE event with support kindly donated by St David’s College, Llandudno a mainstream independent school with a focus on supporting dyslexic learning.
Why our pupils must have dyslexia friendly resources.
Are schools missing a trick in ensuring high levels of attainment by not investing in dyslexia friendly resources and practises that could benefit ALL pupils, not just the dyslexic ones?
VLOG: How can I boost my child’s self-esteem?
Watch this video about the link between self-esteem and dyslexia and how I can help you as a parent help your child.
1 in 4 struggle with reading: How can assistive technology help?
In this article, specialist teacher Julia Clouter outlines how assistive technology can help the one in four students who struggle with literacy.
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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 develop dyslexic strengths in schools.
This blog article will help you to think about your dyslexic child or pupil's strengths and how you can develop them so that they can be used to connect with learning in a wholesome and effective way. This article will draw on a number of other articles as well as...
How to support dyslexic learners in school with their emotional needs.
In this post, I am going to give you some insights into how to support the emotional needs of dyslexic learners with their emotional needs. I am thinking specifically of those emotional needs that arise when in school.I think that there are four major emotional...
Procrastination: Taming the chimp!
With dyslexia presenting alongside other co-occurring conditions, studying with dyslexia is tricky and at it's worse it can be debilitating academically without the right support. This leads to judgement from others who are not experiencing these struggles and...
I struggled in school! Jonathan Mooney And Dyslexia.
As someone who is neurodiverse and easily gets distracted (especially when there is some much-needed admin to be done), I found a video on Facebook with the words "I struggled in school". For regular readers of this blog, you will know that I am particularly...
Getting Undergraduate Support For Dyslexia
If you are dyslexic and currently in secondary or sixth form education it is likely that you will be experiencing many challenges associated with learning. For some, it is really hard to even begin to think that moving onto an undergraduate course at University...
How can I get more educational support for my dyslexic child than my school is prepared to give?
One of the greatest challenges for a parent of a dyslexic child is knowing what to do to get the best support possible so that the child can thrive through education. On my Parenting Dyslexia Facebook Page, one of the most common reasons for parents applying to be a...
Am I receiving the correct advice from my Local Authority regarding my child’s challenges with literacy?
Am I receiving the correct advice from my Local Authority regarding my child's challenges with literacy? What's this article about? Dyslexia is a language-based disorder which can provide a barrier to education for our children who are in the school education...
How To Make September Less Painful For Dyslexic Students When Returning To School .
The Studying With Dyslexia Blog welcomes back Dyslexia and Memory Specialist, Sarah Guest. Sarah shares how to prepare your dyslexic learner for their return back to school in September so that the change is lifestyle isn't such a painful process and that your...
Announcing The SEN Jigsaw Conference 2019
It is with great pleasure that I can share with you that a date has been set for the 2019 SEN Jigsaw Conference that will take place in Stoke-on-Trent on Saturday 8th June 2019. Judy Hornigold Ruth Fidler This year our plenary talks will be focusing on Autism and...