Specialist Tutoring
What to expect from tutoring.
What is a specialist tutor?
A Specialist Level 7 Dyslexia Tutor is a highly qualified professional trained at Master’s level to support children, young people, and adults with dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties. Level 7 is the highest specialist teaching qualification available in the UK for dyslexia intervention.
What I offer
With 29 years of qualified teaching experience across the full age range, I also offer specialist support in numeracy development. Many learners with dyslexia experience difficulties with number concepts, sequencing, working memory, and mathematical language. My numeracy tuition focuses on:
Strengthening core number skills
Building confidence with calculations and problem‑solving
Developing mathematical vocabulary and reasoning
Supporting memory and sequencing strategies
Creating structured, step‑by‑step approaches to learning maths
Numeracy sessions are calm, supportive, and designed to rebuild confidence while developing secure, transferable skills.
Why Level 7 matters
A Level 7 qualification demonstrates:
Advanced postgraduate training in dyslexia and literacy difficulties
Expertise in designing and delivering specialist 1:1 intervention
Deep understanding of cognitive factors such as memory, processing speed, and phonological skills
Professional recognition from organisations such as PATOSS, The Dyslexia Guild, BDA, and SASC
After the Assessment
As a Level 7 specialist, I provide evidence‑based, structured, and personalised teaching designed to help learners build strong foundations in:
Reading and spelling
Writing and organisation
Phonological awareness
Working memory and processing skills
Confidence and independent learning
My training ensures every session is tailored to the learner’s unique profile, strengths, and challenges.
What about maths?
As a Level 7 dyslexia specialist, I provide:
Individualised learning plans based on detailed assessment
Structured, cumulative, multisensory teaching
Support for literacy, study skills, and confidence
Collaboration with parents, schools, and other professionals
Clear progress tracking and regular feedback
1:1 or small group sessions.
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