This talk is for parents and guardians of neurodiverse students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SPLD) about preparing and embarking upon GCSEs and A’ levels. The talks aim to help with:

• tips and guidance on assessments,

• exam adjustments,

• course support

• development of autonomous skills

The talk’s ultimate objectives are to inform and guide you to support your teen through transitioning into further and higher education. We will present information in a presentation format and there will be plenty of opportunities to answer questions.

The cost of a ticket is £5 however if you need a free ticket please email [email protected] and free places to Under 30s where possible.

Please note that this is an online event.

About the Speaker

The talks will be delivered by Angie Venchard from the Adult Dyslexia Assessment Consultancy Centre (ADAC Centre Ltd). Angie has worked in the field of neurodiversity - Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) – Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, for over 25 years. Her experience ranges from specialist teaching, screening, assessing, strategic and operational management and policy writing to training in the field of neurodiversity, including SpLD.

Angie has worked as a consultant and assessor with a large number of educational institutions ranging from language schools to Russell Group Universities. She currently is the Disability Adviser at a Law School in London, where she facilitates and supports SpLD students who are training to be barristers, lawyers and solicitors.

She recently spoke the Bell House Dyslexia Fair 2021 about the transition to university for students with dyslexia.