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For Parents: Supporting Your Child’s Literacy Journey

What We Do at The Reading Specialists?

If your child is struggling with reading, spelling, or writing—or you just want to give them a stronger foundation—we’re here to help. Our team of experienced reading specialists works directly with children in our centre to build skills, confidence, and a love for learning.

We provide personalized, one-on-one support grounded in the science of reading and writing. Every child receives targeted instruction that meets their unique needs—no guesswork, no one-size-fits-all worksheets.

What Happens During a Session?

Every child is different, so every learning plan is customized. Our sessions are grounded in research-based practices and delivered by trained literacy specialists in a calm, supportive environment. We focus on developing the core skills that matter most for literacy success:

Reading Support & Growth

● Phonemic awareness
● Systematic phonics instruction
● Irregular word strategies
● Decoding, accuracy and fluency practice
● Vocabulary and comprehension strategies
● Support for children with dyslexia or reading delays
● Syllabification and word building

Spelling Instruction

● Explicit teaching of spelling rules and patterns
● Structured, multisensory techniques
● Activities that build both accuracy and automaticity
● Support for students who confuse spelling with guessing
● Morphography and syllabification

Writing Development

● Sentence structure and grammar
● Paragraph writing and text organization
● Planning, drafting, and revising
● Support for reluctant writers or those lacking confidence

EAL/ESL Support (English as an Additional Language)

● Targeted instruction to strengthen English language foundations
● Vocabulary building, listening comprehension, and oral expression
● Reading and writing support tailored for multilingual learners
● Supportive environment to build confidence and fluency

Ongoing Assessment & Feedback

● Diagnostic assessments at the start of instruction
● Regular progress assessments
● Consultations with recommendations
● Parent updates so you’re always in the loop

Give Your Child the Tools to Read with Confidence

Start with a free sample or get full access to our structured reading program.

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Holiday Literacy Camps

Make the most of school breaks with our popular Holiday Literacy Camps!

● Select a reading, writing, and language activities camp
● Small groups for focused attention (max. 4 students per camp)
● Great for both support and enrichment
● Work with experienced specialists—not general tutors
● A fun, structured environment that builds real skills

See Upcoming Camp Dates

Who We Work With

We support children who:

● Children who are behind in reading, writing, or spelling
● Learners with diagnosed or suspected learning differences (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD)
● EAL/ESL students needing extra language and literacy help
● Confident readers looking for enrichment

We work with children from early primary through secondary school levels.

Our Approach: What Makes Us Different

Research-based, structured literacy approach
● Warm, experienced educators who specialize in reading and writing
● Calm, supportive learning environment
● Individual attention—always one-on-one
● Consistent routines that build mastery over time

We don’t believe in “quick fixes”—we believe in empowering children with real skills that last

What Parents Can Expect

Personalized Plan

A custom learning plan built around their strengths and challenges.

Clear Communication

We’ll keep you updated on progress and next steps.

Support & Guidance

We work with you to support learning beyond sessions.

At-Home Tools

Optional resources to keep the momentum going.

Common Questions from Parents

My child avoids reading—can this help?

Yes! We specialize in helping reluctant readers find success and joy in reading.

My child can read but struggles with spelling

We can support your child with evidence-based spelling programs!

My child has just been diagnosed with dyslexia and also has ADHD, will this program be suitable for them?

Absolutely. We’ve helped many children with these diagnoses. In a 1:1 setting, working with a Reading Specialist can make a huge difference to their literacy

My child isn’t eligible for in-school learning support, but we’re still concerned about their literacy!

Contact us today. Book a Free Zoom consult and we will give you our expert advice! This is obligation free and if it is not our services you need, we will refer you to someone who may be able to support. https://calendly.com/-trs/trs-free-consultation

We’re not sure if our child needs support?

Book a Free Zoom consult and we will give you our expert advice! This is obligation free and if it is not our services you need, we will refer you to someone who may be able to support. https://calendly.com/-trs/trs-free-consultation

How can we get started?

We need to see exactly what type of support your child needs. Fill in this google form to register for an assessment.
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Parent Testimonial

“My daughter Maia was benefited to the program. It was a ‘before and after’, thank you so much for such an incredible journey than for more than one year we lived. Thanks for all the commitment and care to her, for being so kind and patient. Thanks for all the support. We definitely recommend it.”

Maria Alejandra Urbina Romero

Not sure if your child needs additional literacy support? Take this Free Quiz to find out!

Reading Quiz

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