Jamaica Intensive Reading Clinic

Jamaica Intensive Reading Clinic JIRC is a strategic initiative designed to support & increase Literacy Development through education Our overarching missions are:

1.

JIRC is a strategic initiative designed to support & increase Literacy Development through education, poverty, peace and cultural development. Our non-profit organization is registered with Companies Office of Jamaica. We are dedicated to developing readers of all ages to a higher level of proficiency. to eradicate illiteracy among children and adolescents at risk for reading failures in Jamaica;


2. empower socially disadvantaged people to participate more effectively in national socioeconomic development processes through Literacy;

3. fulfil the constitutional right of all citizens to gain access to basic education through Literacy;


4. foster social transformation through civic and public awareness through Literacy;


5. provide simple, low-resource strategies for Jamaica and other developing countries outside Jamaica;

6. support teachers in responding to students need through context base text;

7. ensure inclusive and quality education for all and promote lifelong learning (Goal 4, United Nations);

8. ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes through Literacy (Goal 4, United Nations);

9. ensure equal access for all women and men to affordable and quality technical, vocational and tertiary education, including university through Literacy (Goal 4, United Nation);

10. ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy (Goal 4, United Nations);

11. eliminate gender disparities in education and ensure equal access to all levels of education and vocational training for the vulnerable, including persons with disabilities, indigenous people and children in vulnerable situations;

We also embrace a mission that is grounded in cognitive neuroscience, learning styles, reading research and the cultural, linguistic, social and developmental needs of diverse learners. The Jamaica Intensive Reading Clinic helps students to use theoretical and practical reading strategies to learn and master the art of Reading. We closely support the vision of UNESCO, UNICEF and the Ministry of Education. Each learner is taught by a Reading Specialist or a trained Volunteer using relevant context based books. We offer intensive reading programmes and ongoing intervention projects that will help children to develop their reading skills.

07/04/2026
05/04/2026

Why Some Students Struggle To Focus

Many Students are labeled as "distracted" or "not paying attention," but the truth is it's often deeper than that.

Some children struggle to focus because they are tired or not getting enough rest.
They worry about things happening at home.
They find the work too difficult or too easy
They are overstimulated by noise or distractions
They simply need more support and guidance.

As a teacher, I have learnt that focus is not just about discipline. It's about understanding the child. Before casting judgment, ask yourself: What is this child experiencing?
With patience, encouragement, and the right support, children can improve their focus.
Let's work together to support the whole child, not just the behaviour we see

Every Child can learn, just not the same way or the same time
05/04/2026

Every Child can learn, just not the same way or the same time

Many children with ADHD love stories and ideas, but still struggle with reading tasks in the classroom. Why? Because the...
13/07/2025

Many children with ADHD love stories and ideas, but still struggle with reading tasks in the classroom. Why? Because the challenges they face—like impulsivity, trouble focusing, and restlessness—can get in the way of reading comprehension and engagement.

But that doesn’t mean they can’t succeed. With the right strategies, we can support their learning in meaningful ways.

Clear instructions.
Frequent breaks.
Hands-on, active learning.

These aren’t just “nice-to-haves”—they’re essential for many children with ADHD.

What strategies have you found helpful when supporting a child with ADHD? Let’s share and learn together.

How autism affects literacy skills
13/07/2025

How autism affects literacy skills

Did you know? Reading just 20 minutes a day exposes you to 1.8 million words a year, transforming your mind and expandin...
05/12/2024

Did you know? Reading just 20 minutes a day exposes you to 1.8 million words a year, transforming your mind and expanding your world.

Quick Facts…Those who lack basic literacy skills are unable to perform everyday tasks, such as:1. Sign their name on a s...
31/12/2022

Quick Facts…

Those who lack basic literacy skills are unable to perform everyday tasks, such as:

1. Sign their name on a signature line
2. Reading medication warning labels
3. Calculating the cost on an order form
4. locating streets on a map.

Of the estimated 65 million adults with below basic literacy skills:

1. 2/3 dropped out of high school
2. 25% are immigrants who don’t speak English.
3. 1/3 are age 65 or older
4. Over half live in poverty

15/07/2022

Join our Executive Director, Ms. Santana Morris on July 25, 2022 at the Kiwanis Club of Division 25 Online Jamaica. She will be speaking on “Culturally Responsive: Language and Literacy Enrichment for Jamaica”. See you there!

The Jamaica Intensive Reading Clinic will be offering online literacy sessions to help students improve their literacy. ...
18/09/2021

The Jamaica Intensive Reading Clinic will be offering online literacy sessions to help students improve their literacy. Contact us to speak with a representative about our affordable pricing plans.

07/09/2020

Phonological awareness is critical for learning to read any alphabetic writing system. And research shows that difficulty with phoneme awareness and other phonological skills is a predictor of poor reading and spelling development.

Caribbean Digital Literacy Forum Series 6 with Kellie Magnus and Host Santana MorrisSpeaker: Miss Kellie MagnusTopic: "B...
27/07/2020

Caribbean Digital Literacy Forum Series 6 with Kellie Magnus and Host Santana Morris

Speaker: Miss Kellie Magnus
Topic: "Building at home literacy experiences"

Moderator: Miss Shaniel Shakespeare

Host: Miss Santana Morris- Lecturer, and Executive Director at Jamaica Intensive Reading Clinic Speaker: Miss Kellie Magnus Topic: "Building at home literacy...

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Calvary Baptist Church, Education Centre, Corinaldi Avenue
Montego Bay
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09:00 - 13:30

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