Dyslexia is a common learning difficulty which affects the processing of written and spoken language in the brain. While it does not impact intelligence, it can present challenges in reading, writing, and spelling within the classroom. We often see Dyslexia as the discrepancy between someone who presents orally as bright, engaging, knowledgeable and articulate who is underperforming academically (not just poor spelling).
Research suggests that 10% of the population has Dyslexia to some degree, but in Warwickshire those figures are sadly much, much lower. With Local Authority testing and funding stopped in Warwickshire, it is now up to wealthier parents to pay privately (up to £1000) for a Dyslexia diagnosis. We, however, have the ability at Myton to improve the opportunities for all children to access help, where needed, regardless of a family’s financial situation. We can do free, in-house screening that shows the likelihood of dyslexia. This is NOT a formal diagnosis but gives a clear enough result to allow us to identify the child’s specific difficulty and put in place intervention, support and guidance in school for the child and look at exam access arrangements where relevant.
The signs or traits vary from person to person. If you think that your child could have Dyslexia to some degree, then you can refer your child directly to us for screening. There is a long list of possible signs or traits we see with people with Dyslexia on the referral form. We will let you know once the screening has taken place in the new school year and the outcome. Please fill out this form or contact Mrs N Ealden directly ([email protected]) if you have any questions about Dyslexia or the range of support we have in place at Myton for children with Dyslexia or traits of Dyslexia.
For more information see the guide from the British Dyslexia Association or the links below:
Child – British Dyslexia Association
Dyslexia no longer being diagnosed by councils who called the disorder ‘scientifically questionable’
Jamie’s Dyslexia Revolution Campaign
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