Meet Heather

If you’re considering an assessment or specialist tutoring for your child, you will naturally want to know a little about the person you will be working with.

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I am a specialist dyslexia assessor and teacher, but my understanding of dyslexia is also personal. I am dyslexic myself and am also a parent of adult children with dyslexia, so I understand that its impact can extend well beyond reading and spelling.

My own experiences have shaped the way I work with children. I believe that understanding how a child learns, recognising their strengths and building a positive relationship are central to helping them develop confidence and independence.

Being dyslexic has moulded me into the person I am, but it has not defined me. I want the children I work with to understand how they learn, recognise their strengths and feel confident in themselves.

Away from work, I enjoy walking, cycling, reading and crochet, as well as spending time with my family and our two dogs.

Work experience

  • Over 30 years’ teaching experience, including 18 years as a SENCo
  • Specialist Dyslexia Teacher and Diagnostic Assessor
  • Former Family Support Worker
  • Former Early Years Lead
  • Experience delivering staff training
  • Involvement in spelling research with Bath Spa University
  • Volunteer mentor supporting young people
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Accreditations

These are the official certifications that qualify me to work as a Specialist SpLD (Dyslexia) Teacher and Assessor.

Full member of the Professional Association of Teachers of Students with Specific Learning Difficulties, with a current Assessment Practising Certificate (APC|).

Associate Member of the Brjtish Dyslexia Association.

The SpLD Assessment Standards Committee 

SpLD APC Code 500003405-IF9727

Comments from parents and children

“Thank you for being such a LOVELY teacher!”

NJ, pupil

“I would just like to say a massive thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you have done.”

KB, parent

“What a difference a year has made. Thank you.”

LJ, parent

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We can talk through your concerns and consider the best way forward for your child.

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