If it wasn't for Dyslexia Scotland...

“As a long-term member of Dyslexia Scotland, I have felt a strong sense of belonging through their support. They introduced me to the dyslexic community, which has made me feel connected and understood.

They have also supported me with a mentor. I am grateful for the growth I experienced, especially when I made my first CV. They supported me and helped me return to the education system when I needed an assessment to apply for my Disability Student Allowance (DSA).
I had the chance to give back by becoming a volunteer Helpline Adviser. Hearing about the struggles of others in the dyslexia community was eye-opening.”

Susan Taylor, dyslexic adult

“If it wasn’t for Dyslexia Scotland these last three years, I wouldn’t have the resources I have across school for our learners. I also wouldn’t have completed the three modules needed so that I can assess our learners for dyslexia. Thank you and keep up the great work that you do.”

Claire Levett, Aberdeenshire Council

“If it wasn’t for Dyslexia Scotland these last three years, I dread to think where we would be. Probably no further forward, with a stressed and unconfident boy who was struggling to realise his full potential. And an exasperated mum, who felt invisible, unheard and misunderstood… who may well at this stage have started second guessing herself. We would not have found the best assessor or had the brilliant advice from the Helpline, which helped us effectively communicate his support needs with his school. And we may never have discovered the wonderful world of Mission Dyslexia or bulletmapping, or heard from inspirational dyslexic thinkers like Paul McNeill MBE and Hamza Yassin – it would have been a very lonely place.

Instead, he is flourishing in his first year of high school, where he is finding his strengths and beginning to shine. He is happy, settled and – thanks to all the Dyslexia Scotland input – advocating for himself and letting me know when he feels he needs more support. In turn, I am a happy, proud mum, who is much more confident in support and advocating for her son when she needs to. I feel heard, supported, and part of an incredible community who genuinely understands and believes in my son’s potential. It is early days in high school, and currently it seems the school are supporting him well, but he and I both know, if we need it, Dyslexia Scotland always has our back.”

Kirsty Innes, parent

“Over the last three years, Dyslexia Scotland and my tutoring with June McLister have helped me transition from primary school to high school. I have grown in confidence – English lessons in school are not as bad – it’s less hard now and it can be fun.“

Merryn Lord, dyslexic young person