Helping learners thrive through specialized, structured, and multisensory literacy intervention.
At Unlocking Literacy, we are passionate about helping children with dyslexia and other reading and writing difficulties reach their full potential. Our expert team of trained educators and dyslexia specialists provides structured, systematic, and explicit instruction based on the Orton-Gillingham approach and the Science of Reading— scientifically proven methods that build strong literacy foundat
03/06/2026
Dyslexia specialists demand radical overhaul and end to ‘failure-first’ rules A landmark report compiled by 26 local dyslexia specialists has exposed deep systemic failures across the Maltese education system, warning that rigid curriculum pacing, severe staff shortages, and a punitive university entry concession model are actively harming the mental health and academic prosp...
03/06/2026
Proud to see the work of the Malta Dyslexia Association’s Experts’ Report making headlines in the Times of Malta. 🧠📚
As one of the specialists who contributed to this report and as an Executive Council Member of the MDA, this coverage means a great deal. Our dyslexic learners deserve better - and change starts with honest conversations like this one.
I encourage you to read the article, share it widely, and join us in advocating for evidence-based approaches in our schools.
Schools failing dyslexic children due to outdated methods, report says Dyslexic students are often trapped in systems that make learning harder, according to 26 experts
30/05/2026
Researchers at the University of Birmingham are currently recruiting adults with dyslexia for a study investigating paired-associate learning and statistical learning in dyslexia. The study involves either online or in-person participation at the University of Birmingham and takes approximately 2 hours. Participants will receive a £15 Amazon voucher for participation. Recruitment is open until mid-June.
To find out more and take part:
[email protected]
30/05/2026
🌟 We’re Growing Our Team! 🌟
Are you a fun and energetic teacher looking to earn extra income while making a difference in children's lives?
We’d love to hear from you!
💡 Ideal candidates will:
✏️ Have experience teaching literacy
✏️ Be knowledgeable about dyslexia and other SpLDs
✏️ Have an excellent command of the English and Maltese languages
✏️ Be fun, creative, and work well in a team
✏️ Hold qualifications in literacy, learning disabilities, primary education, and/or inclusion
✅ What we offer:
✔️ A self-employed position with a minimum of 6 hours per week
✔️ All resources provided
✔️ Training and supervision
Location: Siġġiewi
If you're interested, please send your CV to Ms Steffi at:
📧 [email protected]
And feel free to share with friends who might be a great fit!
27/05/2026
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24/04/2026
Very proud to have been part of this project! 💪🏼
Always working towards a better future in Education 🩵
23/04/2026
Follow the link to participate ➡️ https://forms.office.com/e/zQPBVnYCxq
Research Questionnaire | LANGUAGE CHOICES IN AUTISM: Insights from Parents
This study aims to understand and explore the perspectives and experiences of parents in Malta regarding language choices with their children who have been diagnosed with autism.
Participants: Parents of children on the Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Researchers: Dr Loredana Muscat & Dr Amanda Schembri Muscat
Contact: [email protected] | [email protected]
| https://ife.edu.mt/