Dynamic Dyslexia Academy

Brain imaging studies show structural and functional differences in the brains of dyslexic individuals, particularly in the areas responsible for phonological processing.

This affects the ability to hear, identify and manipulate the individual sounds within words, making it harder to match sounds to letters. And English doesn't make it easy with 26 letters, 44 sounds, almost 250 ways to spell them.

But phonological processing isn't the whole picture. Many dyslexic learners also face challenges with:
🔹 Working memory: holding multiple pieces of information in mind at once, which makes reading and comprehension harder

🔹 Visual processing: some dyslexic individuals also struggle to perceive letters in the correct sequence

🔹 Spelling rules: without explicit teaching of the patterns and structure behind words, spelling feels like guesswork

The good news? All of these can be taught with the right method, the right structure, and enough time to consolidate learning.

At Dynamic Dyslexia Academy we use the Orton-Gillingham approach to teach spelling systematically and explicitly, through phonograms, morphology, multi-sensory techniques and enough repetition for learning to genuinely stick. Not just for the spelling test on Friday. For life.

Because when a child understands why spelling works the way it does, everything changes. Not just their spelling but how they feel about themselves as a learner. 💛

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So many families come to us having spent months or years being reassured, while quietly watching the gap widen and their child's confidence slip.

Children who started saying "I'm stupid" or "I'm not good at anything." Children who know their sounds but still can't read fluently, not because they aren't trying, but because the way reading is being taught simply doesn't work for a dyslexic brain.

Here's what the research tells us: the earlier we intervene, the better. Early support leads to stronger reading outcomes, improved confidence, and greater academic success. Without it, children can develop anxiety and frustration around learning that follows them for years.

You don't have to keep waiting. There are things you can do right now to support your child at home and specialist support that is built around how your child actually learns.

At Dynamic Dyslexia Academy, our team have spent over a decade helping hundreds of students achieve fluent reading using approaches that actually work.

If your child is struggling and you're not sure where to turn, we're here.

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Under the Equality Act 2010, schools are legally required to make reasonable adjustments for any child whose learning difficulty has a substantial and long-term effect on their day-to-day life. That covers a lot of children who are still waiting for — or may never receive — a formal diagnosis.

What you can ask for right now:
✅ Small group interventions
✅ Extra time in class or tests
✅ Reading and spelling support
✅ Chunked instructions
✅ Movement breaks
✅ Access to assistive technology

And if you feel like you're not being heard, you are allowed to ask:
💬 "Can we document today's discussion?"
💬 "What data are you using to measure progress?"
💬 "When will this be reviewed?"

You also have access to SENDIASS, a free, independent service that works for you, not the school. They can support you with school meetings, SEND plans, EHCPs, and more.

You don't need to fight. You just need clarity, the right questions, and the confidence to ask them. 💛

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Children are much more likely to enjoy reading when they feel successful doing it.

For struggling readers, confidence is often the missing piece.

Some simple ways to help include:
• Paired reading
• Listening to audiobooks together
• Using multisensory activities
• Choosing decodable books that match their current skills
• Celebrating progress rather than perfection

Remember, many people with dyslexia grow up to become successful entrepreneurs, scientists, artists, athletes and leaders.

A child who struggles with reading today can still achieve incredible things tomorrow.
The journey starts with the right support and believing in their potential.

DM us to learn more about how we help families start that journey with the right support!

When a child says they hate reading, they're usually not talking about books.

They're talking about how reading makes them feel.

Many struggling readers experience frustration, embarrassment, and exhaustion every time they pick up a book. After enough negative experiences, avoiding reading becomes a way to protect themselves from those feelings.

If your child resists reading, try looking beyond the behaviour and asking what might be causing the struggle.

With the right support and teaching approach, reading can become a source of confidence instead of stress.

Have you noticed your child avoiding reading at home?

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Many people assume writing difficulties are simply about spelling.

In reality, writing is one of the most demanding tasks a child can do.

A child needs to generate ideas, hold them in working memory, organise them into a logical sequence, structure sentences, remember spelling patterns, and physically write, all at the same time.

For children with dyslexia, these processes often require much more effort.
While they're concentrating on spelling a word, they may forget the sentence they were trying to write. While focusing on handwriting, they can lose track of their ideas.

The result can be short sentences, unfinished thoughts, frustration, and a reluctance to write.

This isn't a reflection of intelligence or creativity. In fact, many dyslexic children have wonderful ideas but struggle to get them onto paper.

One of the most effective ways to support writing is through planning.

Using visual organisers, picture prompts, clear writing frameworks, and the 4 Ws—Who, What, When, and Where—can help reduce the cognitive load and make writing more manageable.

When we understand what's happening behind the scenes, we can provide support that helps children become more confident and successful writers.

Have you noticed your child or students finding writing particularly challenging?

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Take a look at this piece written by one of our students telling their own journey in their own words.

Not long ago, reading felt frustrating and overwhelming for this student.
Now? It's something they actually enjoy. This is why we do what we do.

With the right support, confidence grows and everything starts to change.

After tutoring 100's of students and developing the signature Dynamic Dyslexia method, we're confident that we can help you crack the code.

We do this with effective teaching (what you need to know when you need to know it, understanding the whys and the how's of reading so your child is feeling (confident and empowered) and decoding text.

So if you want to unlock some real results without feeling lost, reach out to us and let's see if we are a good fit.

Children with dyslexia benefit from:
✅ Clear, step by step teaching
✅ Multi-sensory practice
✅ Repetition that allows skills to embed

When learning feels structured and achievable, confidence grows.

"Only 32.7% of UK children aged 8-18 say they enjoy reading in their free time in 2025."
National Literacy Trust

Many don't read daily, meaning reading habits are in serious decline.

When reading enjoyment and opportunity drop, children with dyslexia or reading difficulties lose out fastest.

Mixed classrooms + little time + standard reading tests = big disadvantage.

If you'd like to know more about our dyslexia specialist approach send us a message with any questions.