Danielle

Online

In-person

Joined 2024

Chippenham

I am a specialist dyslexia teacher & assessor for primary and secondary level. My literacy support is delivered at the individual's pace, using multi-sensory strategies to support memory.

£140.00

per hour

Availability

Monday

0900-11:00

Tuesday

14:00-15:00

Wednesday

Fully booked

Thursday

15:00-17:00

Friday

Available13:00-15:00

Saturday

Fully booked

Sunday

Not available

SEN Needs Specialisms

Anxiety

Autism

Trauma

SEMH

Dyslexia

ADHD/ADD

Working Memory & Processing

SEN/SEND

I can help with...

Confidence & Self Esteem

Study Skills

Executive Functioning

Social Communication

Speech & Language Skills

Education Stages I support...

Primary

Secondary

Post 16

Locations I cover...

Bath Spa, Bradford on Avon, Chippenham, Cirencester, Corsham, Devizes, Malmesbury, Marlborough, Online, Swindon, Trowbridge, Wiltshire

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About me

My approach is calm and person-centred. I take the time to understand each individual; their strengths, their challenges and what success looks like for them, before recommending a way forward. I am a specialist dyslexia teacher, assessor and professional member of the British Dyslexia Association (BDA).

Skills & Experience

  • Dyslexia specialist teacher and intervention teacher

  • Teach Key stage 2, Key stage three & GCSE English Language

  • Extensive experience of dyslexia, autism, ADHD, ADD, C&L, Social and Emotional, EBSA

  • Incorporate social and emotional activities into my teaching

  • Neurodiversity trainer in schools

  • Advocate of multi-sensory and morph mastery approaches to literacy support

  • ATS and APC in Dyslexia teaching and assessing, level 7

  • GCSE and A level Exams Access Arrangements Assessor

  • Deputy SENCo - Liaison with parents to develop support plans and provide advice on next steps

Teaching Philosophy

Strong teaching leads to steady progress and growing confidence in every student. At the core of my approach is a commitment to placing the learner at the centre of each lesson. This means carefully tailoring sessions to suit individual learning styles and ensuring content is pitched at the right level—providing both support and meaningful challenge.

Engagement is essential, so I take time to get to know my students and understand their interests. By incorporating their passions into lessons, I create a more personal and motivating learning experience. I genuinely enjoy working with young people and bring a friendly, approachable manner to my teaching.

Qualifications & Training

  • 20 years of Mainstream teaching experience teaching English language, German, French and PSHE.

  • ATS - PG Cert in Dyslexia / SpLD teaching Bath Spa University 24/ATS1117

  • APC - AMBDA in dyslexia assessment, Bath Spa University 25/APC07141

  • Neurodiversity in schools project lead 2024-2025

  • GCSE & A level Access Arrangements Assessor (PAPAA)

  • Zones of Regulation

  • Team Teach

  • NSPCC Child Protection Course yearly

  • Dyslexia trainer in schools

  • Qualified Teacher Status, 2005

  • AMBDA FE - at present

Choose me if…

  • You believe every child is special.

  • You feel we need to listen to our children when considering their learning.

  • You want someone who loves to see those light bulb moments of progress.

  • You want to see confidence bloom.

Something Sensational About Me

I have a love of language whether it's English, German or French. Travel is a passion - I enjoy visiting new places and going on adventures (love YHAs!). I adore the underwater world that scuba diving opens up, but I'm a fair weather diver only. I'm fond of all things theatre, including dance, musicals, drama. I'm a proud mum and enjoy nothing more than a long dog walk along our local canal with my husband and children.

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