A Developmental Approach to Dyslexia
When their child is struggling to read, parents often worry that their child might have dyslexia. Briefly, dyslexia is a term used to describe a condition where a person finds reading difficult, despite having normal intelligence, and receiving normal classroom instruction. Normal Stages of Child Development Based on my experiences during the last 20 years, […]
Should I Have my Child Assessed for Dyslexia?
It’s normal for parents to worry when their child seems to be falling behind at school, particularly with reading, writing and spelling. Often asking the question “should I get my child assessed?” What is Dyslexia? Children described as being dyslexic therefore have normal intelligence, but for a number of reasons, struggle with learning to read […]
Why Children Need to Feel Safe to Learn
Many children struggle at school—not because they aren’t capable, but because they don’t feel safe enough to learn. When Learning Feels Hard When your child is struggling at school, the answer isn’t always about trying harder. You might notice your child: struggling to focus becoming easily anxious or overwhelmed refusing to go to school shutting […]
When School Feels Unsafe: Understanding Your Child’s Nervous System
Many children struggle to learn in a traditional classroom. Some begin to avoid school, miss days, or even refuse to attend altogether. Over time, the experience can become so overwhelming that they simply give up. These behaviours are not random. They are bringing us a message. Rather than focusing only on what we see on […]
Learning is More Than Just Trying Harder
Many parents feel concerned when their child starts to struggle at school. You may have noticed: difficulty learning to read or write trouble concentrating frustration, anxiety, or loss of confidence reluctance to go to school after school meltdowns It can be confusing—especially when your child is trying their best. If this feels familiar, you’re not […]
Why Is My Child Struggling at School?
Understanding Development, Learning and Behaviour Many parents find themselves wondering: “Why is my child struggling at school?” “Why can’t they keep up?” It can be confusing—especially when you know your child is bright and capable. You’re not alone. When Learning Feels Overwhelming For some children, the classroom can feel intense and overwhelming. Classroom can […]
Visual Processing and Learning
Why Your Child May Be Struggling with Reading, Writing or Focus You know your child can see—but how well are they able to process what they are seeing? Visual processing is an important foundation for learning, attention, and even social connection. When this area is underdeveloped, school can feel much harder than it needs to be. […]
Foundations for Learning: Vision, Balance and Listening
Many parents find themselves wondering why their child is struggling at school. You may have noticed: difficulty focusing challenges with reading or writing frustration, anxiety, or emotional outbursts It can be confusing—especially when your child is clearly trying. There May Be More Going On Learning is not just about intelligence or effort. It is […]
Foundations for Learning
Why Some Children Struggle at School Learning to read, write and focus may seem simple—but for many children, it can feel surprisingly hard. You might be wondering: “Why is my child struggling to learn?” “Why can’t they focus?” “Is this ADHD or something else?” “Do they have dyslexia?” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. […]
Why Is My Child Struggling at School?
If your child is finding school difficult, you’re not alone. Many parents wonder: Why can’t my child keep up? Why is learning so hard? Is this ADHD, anxiety, or a learning difficulty? It’s Not Just About Trying Harder Many children who struggle at school are trying hard, and doing their best. They want to […]