Leicestershire Dyslexia Association

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Leicestershire Dyslexia Association We run teaching workshops every week during term time on Saturday mornings in Leicester.

The Leicestershire Dyslexia Association (LDA) is a local charity that works within Leicestershire to help Dyslexic children, their parents, teachers and Dyslexic adults They are run by volunteers with specialist teaching skills, extensive knowledge and understanding of the educational system and those difficulties faced by people with dyslexia and their carers.

14/10/2026

Saturday Teaching Workshop – Volunteer with Us

🌟 Want to make a difference to young people with dyslexia and other learning differences
Are you interested in dyslexia, and supporting neurodiverse learners? Would you like to work alongside experienced tutors, meet young people and their families, and help build confidence and skills?
We’re looking for new volunteers to join our friendly Saturday Workshop team.

🕒 When
Saturday mornings, 9.00am–12.30pm, during school terms.

📍 Where
Stoneygate Baptist Church Hall 315 London Road, Leicester, LE2 3ND

👧👦 Who Supporting
Children and young people aged 7–16 (Key Stages 2, 3 & 4)

📘 What You’ll Be Supporting
Literacy: reading, spelling, writing : Numeracy : Study skills : Computer skills
Confidence building and coping strategies

💬 Why We Need Volunteers
The Workshop is growing, and we need committed adults who can support our young people and work alongside our tutors. You don’t need specialist experience, training can be provided, and you’ll be supported every step of the way.

🧠 About the LDA
The Leicestershire Dyslexia Association is a registered charity (est. 1985) offering support, information, and practical learning opportunities for dyslexic people across the county. Our Workshop has been running for over 37 years, helping young people build confidence, develop skills, and discover their strengths. Each student follows an individual programme tailored to their needs .Volunteers receive hands on guidance to recognise and understand learning differences and how best to support them.
📞 Interested? Get in Touch
Initial Contact [email protected]

03/10/2026

Dyslexia Awareness week from
Monday 5 - 11: check out the resources on the British Dyslexia Association web site

Come join us for an online chat about all aspects of dyslexia and anything else surrounding it Monday 26 October 2026, 7...
13/09/2026

Come join us for an online chat about all aspects of dyslexia and anything else surrounding it
Monday 26 October 2026, 7.00 pm (19.00), online via Microsoft Teams

Join the Leicestershire Dyslexia Association for an online coffee morning - a chance to ask questions and share experien...
18/08/2026

Join the Leicestershire Dyslexia Association for an online coffee morning - a chance to ask questions and share experiences and knowledge with others.
A link for 10.00 Tuesday 25th August
Coffee morning | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

DON'T FORGET Wednesday 1 July 7.00 pm -8.00pm to join us for our first online coffee evening. A safe space to ask questi...
29/06/2026

DON'T FORGET Wednesday 1 July 7.00 pm -8.00pm
to join us for our first online coffee evening. A safe space to ask questions, share experiences or concerns. Members of the Leicestershire Dyslexia Association will be present to support with answers and discussion. Please send any questions to [email protected], [email protected] or https://www.facebook.com/groups/2631412053772584/
Grab a cuppa or long cool drink and click the link below. We look forward to seeing you.
https://teams.live.com/meet/9331989712067?p=vYhQ5jM0E9XwwWukNb&eventType=community

You are invited to our first coffee evening. A safe space to ask questions, share experiences, or concerns. Members of t...
23/06/2026

You are invited to our first coffee evening. A safe space to ask questions, share experiences, or concerns. Members of the Leicestershire Dyslexia Association will be present to support answers and discussion. Please send any questions to [email protected], [email protected] or https://www.facebook.com/groups/2631412053772584/
Grab a cuppa or long cool drink and click the link below. We look forward to seeing you.
Wednesday 1 July 2026 Time - 19.00 - 20.00

10/06/2026

Come along to our AGM meeting on Wednesday, 17 June 19.00

Information Evening and Annual General Meeting
Speaker: Anne Parlby
‘An introduction to dyscalculia’

Doors open to view information and resources: 6.45

Venue: Stoneygate Baptist Church
315 London Road, Leicester LE2 3ND

Parking is available but limited, so please arrive early. Admission is free. Donations to our work are welcome.
Booking not required. Refreshments available.

19/01/2026

Dyslexia is so much more than challenges with reading or spelling. 💛 It comes with powerful strengths that deserve to be seen, nurtured, and celebrated.

✨ Creativity — thinking beyond boundaries
🧠 Problem-solving — finding unique solutions
🔍 Big-picture thinking — seeing patterns and making connections
💪 Resilience — overcoming challenges with grit

When students understand how their brains work and where their strengths lie, something incredible happens: Confidence grows, self-esteem builds, and learning becomes empowering instead of discouraging.

That’s why tools like Touch-type Read and Spell (TTRS) matter. By teaching typing and supporting literacy skills through structured, multi-sensory learning, TTRS helps students reduce barriers to expressing their creativity and big ideas, experience more success, and focus on their strengths—building confidence every step of the way. 🌱

Try it with your learner today! Just leave 'Free Trial' in the comments and our team will help you get set up on the platform.

31/12/2025
An inspiring Royal Institute Christmas lecture delivered by Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock
31/12/2025

An inspiring Royal Institute Christmas lecture delivered by Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock

Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock takes us on an epic voyage through time and space.

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