News
Kitty makes a splash to support the British Dyslexia Association
Thursday 11 June 2020
Our fabulous fundraiser Kitty, aged 12, is making a splash and taking on the challenge of swimming the length of the English Channel in her grandparent’s pool.
Contact magazine goes digital
Wednesday 10 June 2020
This June we’ve released our first exclusively digital edition of Contact magazine.
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.