Services
When reading, spelling, writing, or maths is proving difficult, knowing what kind of help is needed isn't always straightforward.
Whether you're looking for answers through a dyslexia screening or full diagnostic assessment, or practical help through specialist one-to-one teaching, I can help you find the right next step.
I also provide assessments for exam access arrangements, liaising with schools where appropriate. All appointments take place in English at my office in southwest Mallorca.
Full Diagnosis
When reading, spelling or writing difficulties persist, a full diagnostic assessment can help you understand why.
Discover your child's individual strengths and difficulties, and gain a clearer understanding of the support they need.
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Test scores are only part of the picture. I also consider background information and, where appropriate, insights from parents, teachers and schools. This helps me build a fuller understanding of the individual's learning needs and the difficulties they experience.
Following the assessment, you'll receive a detailed written report, usually within 2–4 weeks. This explains the findings, identifies strengths and areas of difficulty, and provides practical recommendations for support.
Where appropriate, the assessment findings may also help support applications for exam access arrangements, such as extra time. These depend on the relevant eligibility requirements and evidence provided by the school.
Screening
Not sure whether you or your child may have dyslexia?
A dyslexia screening can identify possible indicators of reading and spelling difficulties and help you decide on the next step. Although it does not provide a formal diagnosis, it can indicate whether further assessment or specialist support may be helpful.
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Following the screening, I'll explain the findings and discuss what they may mean for you or your child, including whether further assessment or specialist support would be helpful.
A short written report summarising the findings can also be provided if required.
Specialist Literacy Support
If your child continues to struggle with reading or spelling despite extra practice, a different approach may be needed.
My specialist one-to-one teaching uses structured, step-by-step methods, including the Dyslexia Action Literacy Programme, to address specific difficulties and help build skills and confidence.
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More practice isn't always the answer. I take time to understand each learner's individual strengths and difficulties, using structured, multisensory teaching to develop essential reading and spelling skills in small, manageable steps.
Just as importantly, I encourage learners to think about how they learn. This is known as metacognition. By recognising their strengths, understanding what works for them and developing their own learning strategies, they can become more confident and independent.
My aim is for these strategies to make a difference beyond our individual lessons. Where appropriate, I use schoolwork and curriculum materials to help learners apply what they've learned to classroom tasks, homework and everyday learning.
It's not just about improving literacy skills. It's about giving learners the understanding and strategies to approach challenges more successfully.
Access Arrangements
Need evidence for extra time or other exam access arrangements? I provide specialist assessments for JCQ and IB examinations, as well as for students and adults seeking appropriate support at university or in the workplace.
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Access arrangements should reflect a student's individual needs and normal way of working, rather than simply a diagnosis.
For JCQ examinations, I work with schools to review supporting evidence, including Form 8 where required, and carry out appropriate assessments. I also have experience with International Baccalaureate (IB) access arrangements.
My specialist assessments can also help older students and adults seeking support at university or reasonable adjustments in the workplace.
Where supported by the assessment findings, I provide clear recommendations that may include extra time or assistive technology. Any arrangements must meet the relevant requirements and are subject to approval by the appropriate organisation.
Not sure where to start?
Whether you're concerned about your child's learning, looking for specialist literacy support or need an assessment for exams, university or work, I'm here to help you find the right next step.