Knowsley Community College

Home > College Life > Student Services > Support > Dyslexia

Dyslexia
Up to one in ten people have a specific learning difficulty like dyslexia. Dyslexia is a mix of difficulties and strengths which often include reading, writing, organisation and short term memory. Common strengths can often be problem solving, creativity and lateral thinking. Dyslexia is life-long, but its effects can be minimised by targeted literacy intervention, technological support and adaptations to ways of working and learning. Many learners with dyslexia learn successfully without any additional support.

If you do require additional support this could include:

Screening assessments to identify learning support needs
One to one support teaching by a specialist tutor in dyslexia
Study skills group support sessions
Training in assistive technology
Access arrangements and adjustments for exams
Guidance for course tutors and staff development about including learners with dyslexia
Liaison with external agencies.

Contact:
Maria Edwards
Development Manager
Learning Support
Tel:0151 477 5779
Email:medwards@knowsleycollege.ac.uk

Useful Contact:
British Dyslexia Association:
Tel: 0118 966 827
Web: www.bda-dyslexia.org.uk
Email: info@dyslexia-bda.demon.co.uk

Adult Dyslexia Organisation: 0171 924 9559

DIRECTORY