Tutors for Dysgraphia
A tutor can offer personalised instruction and support to help individuals with dysgraphia improve writing skills, build confidence, and achieve academic success.
What Is Dysgraphia and How Does It Impact Learning?
Dysgraphia is a specific learning disorder (SpLD) affecting fine motor skills necessary for writing, leading to messy or illegible handwriting. Additionally, they may have trouble organising their thoughts and expressing them in writing. Dysgraphia can impact various aspects of life, including academic performance and daily tasks that involve writing skills, including handwriting, spelling, and organising thoughts on paper. It’s unrelated to intelligence. Symptoms include poor handwriting, spelling issues, and slow writing speed.
Would a Tutor Help My Child with Dysgraphia?
Yes, many children with dysgraphia benefit greatly from one‑to‑one tuition. Writing can feel exhausting, confusing, or physically uncomfortable, and classroom environments often move too quickly for children who need more time to plan, organise, or record their ideas. Individual support gives your child the chance to learn in a way that reduces pressure and builds confidence.
A specialist tutor can introduce practical strategies that make written tasks more manageable, such as breaking activities into smaller steps, using visual planning tools, or exploring alternative ways to express ideas when handwriting becomes a barrier. With personalised guidance and a pace that suits them, children can develop skills that help them feel more capable and in control of their learning.
Find a tutor to suit your needs
Qualified Tutors Specialising in Dysgraphia
Our specialist tutors understand the challenges dysgraphia can create around handwriting, spelling, organisation, and written output. They design sessions that remove unnecessary pressure and focus on helping your child express their ideas clearly, whether through writing, typing, dictation, or a combination of approaches.
Meet our tutors
Rachael W
Redbridge, Waltham Forest & East London
Approachable, personable, and experienced. My fun, engaging lessons offer pupils a sense of purpose, pride, achievement, and growth.”
Rachael W
Redbridge, Waltham Forest & East London
A specialist dyslexia teacher with QTS and a broad experience of complex SEN.
Age Range:
5-24
Availability:
In Person
Online
Rate:
£120 per hour
Suzanna
London, Essex
Allowing children to explore their learning without criticism or fear of failure.”
Suzanna
London, Essex
34 years of teaching experience, specialised in supporting individuals with autism and special educational needs.
Age Range:
0-24
Availability:
In Person
Online
Rate:
£130 per hour
Flora H
Acton, Chiswick, Ealing, Notting Hill, Kensington, Chelsea, Hammersmith, Fulham, Hampstead
Lessons are playful, low stress and most importantly produce success! I promote ‘Growth Mindset’ - students are praised for effort and strategy. ”
Flora H
Acton, Chiswick, Ealing, Notting Hill, Kensington, Chelsea, Hammersmith, Fulham, Hampstead
SpLD Level 5 qualified for Primary and Secondary school students. I have in depth knowledge and expertise teaching learners with Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and Dysgraphia.
Age Range:
0-14
Availability:
In Person
Online
Rate:
£120 per hour
How Can I Support a Child with Dysgraphia?
Supporting a child with dysgraphia involves offering understanding, encouragement, and targeted assistance. Tips for parents include:
- Understanding the challenges associated with dysgraphia.
- Providing encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Seeking personalised support, such as one-to-one tutoring.
- Using assistive tools and technology to aid writing.
- Creating a supportive and patient learning environment.
- Collaborating with educators to implement accommodations in the classroom.
By implementing these strategies and seeking the assistance of a one-to-one tutor, you can help your child with dysgraphia overcome challenges and achieve their academic goals.
If you need more help to support your child with Dysgraphia, book a FREE consultation or contact our experienced team:
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