The journey to literacy begins long before a child opens their first book. As qualified specialists supporting children with diverse learning needs, we understand that speech and language development form the critical foundation upon which reading and writing skills are built. Research consistently demonstrates that up to 80% of children with language disorders demonstrate reading difficulties, and children with unresolved speech sound disorders by age 5-6 are more likely to struggle with phonological awareness and early reading. When children receive targeted support that addresses underlying speech and language foundations alongside literacy skills, they're much more likely to develop into confident, successful readers and writers.

Discover how Structured Literacy supports early learners by fostering confidence and academic success. Learn about the advantages of this evidence-based approach and how it builds strong reading foundations.

Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty that primarily affects reading and writing skills. For many years, educators and researchers have sought effective ways to help students with dyslexia develop strong literacy skills. One approach that has gained widespread support is Structured Literacy. This evidence-based method provides a comprehensive, explicit, and systematic approach to reading instruction, and research shows that it is particularly beneficial for students with dyslexia.

Dyslexia is one of the most common learning disabilities, affecting about 15-20% of the population. Early recognition and intervention are crucial to helping children with dyslexia thrive. As a parent, being aware of the signs of dyslexia and understanding when to seek support can make all the difference in your child’s learning journey. In this blog, we’ll cover the key indicators of dyslexia across different age groups and offer guidance on when to pursue professional support.

As parents, you may have heard the term “irregular words” or “heart words” when helping your child with reading. These are words that don’t follow the usual spelling rules, so they can’t be easily sounded out. Traditionally, children were taught to memorise these words as a whole. But recent research shows that there’s a better way to help kids learn these tricky words.