News
Round up of our Good Practice in Dyslexia and Literacy conference
Thursday 13 February 2020
The stellar line up of speakers at this conference did not disappoint and delegates were treated to insights and practical ideas throughout the day.
SASC CPD – CEO becomes a delegate for the day
Thursday 13 February 2020
As a specialist teacher and assessor there is a requirement to undertake regular CPD including SASC approved CPD...
British Dyslexia Association delivers hidden difficulties and neurodiversity training to Novus
Monday 3 February 2020
Our CEO Helen Boden recently spent the day the team from Novus (offender education team), training them to train other staff within the organisation around hidden difficulties and neurodiversity.
BETT 2020
Tuesday 28 January 2020
It's always interesting to see what's new in the education sector and the BETT show certainly had a massive variety of offerings.
British Dyslexia Association Roadshow visits Kingston
Monday 27 January 2020
Another Saturday has passed so it's been another free BDA Parents' Roadshow. This week at Kingston. It's always a pleasure to be working with BDA friends, John Hicks and SEN Legal along with support from St David's College.
Me and my Dyslexia: Jack Rolfe
Wednesday 22 January 2020
I remember almost like yesterday walking into my BDA Assessment in Bracknell aged 12 where a dog greeted me...
Department for Education to fund assistive technology trials for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities
Wednesday 22 January 2020
Today, the Department for Education has announced plans to fund assistive technology trials for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in up to 100 schools and colleges.
How I discovered I was dyslexic, not helpless - Pete Roberts
Tuesday 14 January 2020
As far as I know, becoming helpless is not part of any school curriculum, hidden away amongst the 3 R’s. Nevertheless, I, like many, fell into this bracket.