News - 2020
British Dyslexia Association's Karen Mace teams up with BBC Bitesize
Wednesday 3 June 2020
Head of Assessment, Education and Training Karen Mace has teamed up with BBC Bitesize to create a guide for parents and carers on how to create an effective and enjoyable environment at home for dyslexic learners
AJ and Curtis Pritchard become Ambassadors for the British Dyslexia Association
Monday 1 June 2020
We are delighted to announce the appointment of TV personalities and professional dancers, AJ and Curtis Pritchard as Ambassadors for the British Dyslexia Association.
Diagnostic Assessments to restart from 1 June
Friday 29 May 2020
From Monday 1 June, we will recommence face-to-face Diagnostic Assessments for dyslexia, carried out by experienced specialist teachers and psychologists.
Sheila Oglethorpe, 1933-2020
Thursday 28 May 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce that on Tuesday 5 May, the great Sheila Oglethorpe, a key mover in the world of music and dyslexia and former Chair of the Music Committee of the British Dyslexia Association passed away aged 86.
Lockdown life: Dyslexia at a distance
Tuesday 26 May 2020
Dr Helen Ross is a SEND teacher and researcher. Her current project is on the impact of COVID-19 school closures on learners with SEND
Study skills at home for older students with dyslexia - FREE webinar for parents
Friday 22 May 2020
Studying during the COVID-19 school closures can be particularly challenging for young people with dyslexia. This session looks at how to help young people with dyslexia (11+ years) develop the skills needed.
Sponsor Chris, running the 2020 Virgin Money London Marathon for the British Dyslexia Association
Monday 18 May 2020
Each year more than 40,000 people raise millions of pounds for charities by taking part in the iconic Virgin Money London Marathon, which is celebrating its 40th year in 2020.
Public Accounts Committee publish damning findings from their SEND enquiry
Wednesday 6 May 2020
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has published the findings of its recent enquiry into the Department for Education’s (DfE) SEN strategy.