- Can dyslexia be cured?
- Dyslexia is not a condition that can be ‘cured’ but its effects can be reduced by appropriate specialist teaching.
- If I am dyslexic does that mean that I am thick?
- No, dyslexia is not linked to intelligence.
- Is the DSA Allowance means tested?
- No, the purpose of this allowance is to ensure that disabled students study on an equal footing with other students and it is not means-tested.
- Where can I find a specialist teacher?
- You can find a specialist teacher through the Professional Association of Teachers of Students with Specific Learning Difficulties (PATOSS). Telephone 01386 712 650 to find out the contact details of your local branch.
- What resources are available locally?
- Harrow Patoss: For teachers of students with specific learning difficulties: patoss-dyslexia.org Contact: Sharon Drakard 02084291951 sharon.drakard@btinternet.com.
- Touch typing for children: For lessons/courses contact Wendy Petersen 0208 434 7111 wendy@typeitforkids.co.uk/typeitforkids.co.uk).