About Defining Dyslexia
Our Mission
Transforming Education for Learners with SEND and Dyslexia
Our mission is to empower individuals with SEND (especially those with dyslexia) and providing compassionate, accurate, and personalised assessments that open pathways to success.
We believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through our comprehensive and empathetic approach, we aim to uncover each client’s unique strengths and challenges, equipping them, their families, and educators with the knowledge and tools necessary for meaningful progress. Our assessments are not just diagnostic tools but catalysts for growth, confidence, and self-advocacy.
In collaboration with educators and families, we strive to create an environment that celebrates neurodiversity and fosters inclusivity. We are dedicated to demystifying dyslexia and empowering educators with insights that translate into effective support strategies. Through education, awareness, and ongoing support, we are committed to helping individuals with dyslexia realize their full potential, transforming perceived challenges into empowering opportunities for lifelong learning and achievement.
About Us
Mark is a long standing SEND consultant, dyslexia assessor supporting both individuals, families and schools. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding customer service to order to guarantee that all of our clients are 100% satisfied.
Mark says:
"As an experienced educator, I have dedicated my career to fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments. With a background as a secondary teacher, Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), and specialist teacher, I bring a comprehensive understanding of the educational landscape, and a commitment to student well-being and achievement. My passion lies in supporting students with diverse learning needs, particularly those with dyslexia and other learning challenges, ensuring they receive tailored guidance and opportunities to reach their full potential".
Services I offer:
- Build tailored tutoring to individual learning needs.
- Comprehensive diagnostic assessments to identify learning differences and understanding learning profiles.
- Assessments for access arrangements to ensure fair and appropriate exam conditions.
- Working with schools pre and post-diagnostic to support interventions and embedding
I provide support across various educational levels, including primary, secondary, post-16, Higher Education (HE), and Further Education (FE).
Staff Qualifications
Our team is highly qualified in supporting individuals with dyslexia and regularly undertakes continuing professional development (CPD) to stay updated with the latest research, strategies, and best practices.
Previous Completed Training:
BSC (Hons) in Geography
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Secondary Geography
National Award for Special Education Needs Co-ordination (NASENCo) - University of Northampton
Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A)
Postgraduate Diploma in Specific Learning Difficulties and Inclusion (PgDip)
Past and Recent Short Courses:
Level 2 in Understanding Autism
Level 3 in Autism and the environment
Level 2 Course in Understanding Behaviour That Challenges
Emotional Coaching in education
Team Teach Training
First Aid at work (3 day course) - Paediatrics and Adults
Designated Safeguarding lead training
SEND Law Level 3 - IPSEA
Mental Health First Aid by MHFA
Lead Practitioner Accreditation by SSAT
Prevent Training
Oliver McGowan Training Level 1
This is not an exhaustive list.
Professional Bodies Membership:
Member of Professional Association of Teachers of Students with Specific Learning Difficulties
Member of British Psychological Association
National Association for Special Educational Needs
Professional Services
Assessor Practising Certificate held with PATOSS
Enhanced CRB held on updated service
Business Indemnity Insurance
ICO Certificate (GDPR)
Last Updated: October 2024
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