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    • BDA Dyslexia Friendly School Award

    We are very proud to have been awarded the British Dyslexia Association (BDA) Dyslexia Friendly Schools Award. This recognises our school’s ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment where all children—especially those with dyslexia or other specific learning differences—can thrive.

    The award is given by the British Dyslexia Association to schools that demonstrate strong, effective practice in supporting learners with dyslexia. It shows that dyslexia-friendly approaches are embedded in everyday teaching, learning, and school life.

    What this means for your child

    Being a dyslexia-friendly school means we actively ensure that:

    • Lessons are accessible to all learners, using clear instructions and structured teaching approaches
    • Children are supported to build confidence as well as academic skills
    • Difficulties with reading, writing, spelling, or memory are identified early and responded to appropriately
    • Strengths such as creativity, problem-solving, and verbal thinking are recognised and encouraged
    • Children are not defined by labels, but supported as individuals with unique learning profiles

    Importantly, dyslexia-friendly practice benefits all pupils, not only those with a diagnosis of dyslexia.

    What this looks like in school

    In day-to-day school life, you may notice:

    Teaching and learning

    • Instructions broken into clear, manageable steps
    • Use of visual aids, practical resources, and multisensory activities (seeing, hearing, doing)
    • Key vocabulary pre-taught and revisited regularly
    • Opportunities to over-learn and revisit concepts to build confidence

    Classroom environment

    • Dyslexia-friendly displays (clear fonts, uncluttered layouts, supportive prompts)
    • Accessible reading materials and a range of ways for children to record their learning
    • Seating and support arrangements that help pupils focus and succeed

    Assessment and support

    • Flexible ways for children to show what they know (not just written work)
    • Targeted interventions for pupils who need additional help
    • Careful monitoring of progress and early identification of needs
    • Encouragement of independence alongside appropriate support

    Whole-school culture

    • Staff trained in understanding dyslexia and learning differences
    • A focus on building self-esteem, resilience, and a positive attitude to learning
    • Celebrating effort, progress, and individual strengths

    Working together with families

    We believe that children achieve their best when school and home work closely together. If you have any concerns about your child’s learning or would like advice on supporting reading, writing, or spelling at home, please contact your child’s class teacher or our inclusion team. We are always happy to help.

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