Assessment & support
Getting an assessment, and the support that follows it.
For parents
How to Use Your Local Authority's 'Local Offer' for Dyslexia Support
Every UK council must publish a directory of local SEND support. Here is how to find it and use it to get help for your child.
For parents
Choosing a Secondary School: A Calm Guide to SEND Policies
How to look past the shiny brochures, read the official paperwork, and find a mainstream school where your child will thrive.
For parents
My Teenager is Struggling to Attend School: Understanding the Data
When reading difficulties lead to school avoidance, it is a sign of anxiety, not bad behavior. Here is how to understand the patterns and work with your school.
For parents
The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act: What the New Rules Mean for Your Dyslexic Child
A calm, plain-English guide to the 2026 legislation and how it changes support for neurodivergent pupils.