If you suspect your child may have dyslexia or they have been flagged at school, what next…

There are a few things that will help your child and the earlier they are set in place, the better the outcome.

• Inform yourself about dyslexia
• Find local resources in your area that support dyslexia
• Research schools that are familiar with dyslexia
• Compile a list of psychologists that do psycho-educational assessments
• Make a list of local tutors that work with dyslexic students
• Prepare for a meeting with your child’s school to inform them
• Schedule a psycho-ed assessment for your child
• Share the results with the school
• Advocate for your child to receive all prescribed accommodations
• Teach your child how to advocate for themselves
• Step in to support them whenever necessary