Music Dyslexia is based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire


Music for Dyslexia

Here at Music Dyslexia, we are Specialist Teachers and SpLD (Specific Learning Differences) Assessors. Through our research, we have understood the power of music in helping individuals with dyslexia overcome their challenges and reach their full potential. This has inspired us to offer music tuition for dyslexia to students over 7 years old. We can also assess individuals as well as musicians for neurodiversity, especially dyslexia and ADHD.

Be assessed by a professional with ten years' experience of assessing and report writing.

  • Masters in Education.
  • Specific Learning Differences (SpLD) Assessment Practicing Certificate (APC).

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Understanding Dyslexia

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Dyslexia is a learning difference that affects the brain's ability to process language-based information. It sometimes makes it challenging for individuals to read, write and spell fluently. With dyslexia, it has been observed that early assessment and appropriate support can significantly improve a person’s ability to learn, read and write.

Why We Use Music for Dyslexia

In our experience, we have often found that being a musician could usually mask traits of dyslexia. This has made us wonder if we can use music to help students with dyslexia attain literacy.

Our research has pointed out to us that music and dyslexia have a fascinating link with each other. The rhythmic and timing aspects of music improves skills such as - hearing and phonological awareness, which can be impaired in dyslexic individuals. It has also shown to activate neural pathways that facilitate both music and language processing.

In our training with music for dyslexia, we use various multisensory strategies to draw students’ attention and get them involved. This approach helps students to improve their skills for syllable fusion and categorical perception, which are essential to reading. Also through music, we help dyslexic individuals develop compensatory strategies, boosting their confidence and academic performance.


Techniques We Use in Music Tuition for Dyslexia:


  1. Rhythm Games: In our music tuition in Yorkshire and Huddersfield for dyslexia, we use various games to help learners focus on developing a solid sense of rhythm and timing, such as clapping, tapping or moving with different rhythms. This helps to improve their ability to recognise and manipulate sounds in words.
  2. Singing Games: We devise various singing games combining music, movement, and language to improve auditory processing and memory. As learners sing and perform, they improve their processing and understanding of spoken language and their ability to memorise lyrics and melodies.
  3. Body Percussion: Body percussion involves using one's body as an instrument to create rhythms and patterns. We employ this method to help learners develop motor skills, coordination and a sense of timing, improving their reading and writing skills.
  4. Listening Exercises: We have also included listening exercises to help learners discriminate between sounds and patterns. This improves their ability to focus, pay attention to detail and process information, as well as in reading comprehension and language processing skills.

We Also Offer:

Dyslexia Assessments for All Ages

We provide thorough assessments to detect specific learning differences. Anyone above the age of seven can opt for them. Following the assessment, we offer a detailed report containing the client's strengths and weaknesses.

Reports by DBS Certified Assessors

All our assessors undergo rigorous background checks and are DBS-certified. Assessments by our certified specialists ensure you receive an assessment report that is recognised by all across the UK.

 

Comprehensive SpLD Assessments for Adults

We also offer expert assessments to help adults with special learning differences understand their unique learning profiles. These assessments help them to devise personalised strategies in order to overcome challenges in their personal and professional lives.

DSA Assessments

Here at Music Dyslexia, we also conduct DSA assessments. These assessments are beneficial for university students as they grant them access to Disabled Students' Allowances, giving them access to essential financial support for assistive technologies and other accommodations during their studies.


Call us Today at Music Dyslexia

If you are an adult or student with dyslexia or looking for support for your loved one in Huddersfield or Yorkshire for dyslexia, you can contact us regarding music tuition for dyslexia or to book an assessment.


Music Dyslexia proudly working with....

The Royal College of Music.


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