Dyslexia is a combination of abilities and difficulties that affect the learning process in one or more of reading, spelling, writing and sometimes numeracy. It is a persistent condition. Accompanying weaknesses may be identified in areas of speed of processing, short term memory, organisation, sequencing, spoken language and motor skills. There may be difficulties with auditory and/or visual perception. It is particularly related to mastering and using written language, which may include alphabetic, numeric and musical notation.

 

Dyslexia can occur despite normal intellectual ability and teaching. It is constitutional in origin, part of one’s make up and independent of socio-economic or language background.

 

Some learners have very well developed creative skills and interpersonal skills others have strong oral skills. Some have no outstanding talents. All have strengths.

 

(British Dyslexia Association (BDA) 2005)