Links
ACE
Advisory Centre for Education.
http://www.ace-ed.org.uk
Adult Dyslexia Organisation
UK national organisation, offering a wide range of information for adult dyslexics.
http://www.adult-dyslexia.org
Adult Dyslexia site
Useful site for adults with dyslexia.
http://www.dyslexia.org
Being Dyslexic
Information, forums and reviews… in need of new members.
http://www.beingdyslexic.co.uk
Connexions Cornwall and Devon
For young people aged 13-19 - information and advice with education, work and training, as well as personal support (housing, health, money, relationships, rights etc.)
http://www.connexions-cd.org.uk
Cornwall County Council
Information about education and services for children with special educational needs etc.
http://www.cornwall.gov.uk
Dr. Joyce Hargrave-Wright
An international dyslexia expert and specialist dyslexia trained teacher who was also a founder member of the British dyslexia Association. Website has lots of useful information for dyslexics.
http://www.aboutdyslexia.net
Dyslexia Action
Information about dyslexia, teaching qualifications and courses, resources and other useful information.
http://www.dyslexiaaction.org.uk
Dyslexia North Devon
Dyslexia North Devon is a dyslexia support group affiliated to the BDA. Their aims are to raise public awareness and understanding of specific learning difficulties/dyslexia in the local area of North Devon and to provide information and training sessions for parents and teachers.
http://www.dyslexianorthdevon.co.uk
Dyslexia Teacher
Information and resources about dyslexia for teachers.
http://www.dyslexia-teacher.com/
Famous Dyslexics
Fascinating lists of famous people with the gift of dyslexia.
http://www.dyslexia.com/qafame.htm
Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre
Dyslexia organisation with information on courses, teaching, publications etc.
http://www.arkellcentre.org.uk
I Am Dyslexic
Children's or teenager's site created by 12 year old dyslexic. Good selection of topics presented in an eye-catching manner.
http://www.iamdyslexic.com
International Dyslexia Association
The IDA is committed to helping parents and education professionals, to address the unique needs of dyslexics of all ages and also those with other learning differences.
http://www.interdys.org
National Association of Education Needs (NASEN)
Aims to promote the development of children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and support those who work with them.
http://www.nasen.org.uk
Nextstep
Adults aged 20 and over whether in work or unemployed, practical help and advice about learning and work, including where to get help if you have a disability.
http://www.nextstep-cds.org.uk
Parents Centre
Forums for parents on many issues including education and dyslexia.
http://www.parentscentre.gov.uk
PATOSS
Professional association of teachers with qualifications in teaching dyslexics - can provide list of qualified teachers.
http://www.patoss-dyslexia.org
SKILL
The National Bureau for Students with disabilities.
http://www.skill.org.uk
Sue Palmer
speaker on aspects of literacy, writer of text books and teaching materials, and independent consultant on educational matters (to the DfES, National Literacy Trust, Basic Skills Agency, numerous educational publishers and the BBC). Author of "Toxic Childhood".
http://www.suepalmer.co.uk
The British Dyslexia Association
U.K. national organisation, offering a wide range of information for parents, dyslexic adults and parents.
http://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk
The Hive
There is an excellent video clip that introduces the positive ethos of the site. Forums cover many topics encouraging the sharing of concerns and celebrations. There is a sense of community on this site providing information and inspiration.
http://www.beesthewrongwayround.com