Hand-drawn illustration of children finding reading and writing difficult, then growing in confidence with the right support

Difficulty with reading, writing and spelling is never a measure of a child's intelligence — it is simply a reflection of how their brain processes language. Yet when these literacy barriers mask a child's natural curiosity, everyday learning can quickly become an uphill struggle.

If this sounds familiar, your child is far from alone. According to the British Dyslexia Association, around 10% of the UK population is dyslexic. It is entirely possible for a bright, inquisitive child to understand complex ideas effortlessly while finding it difficult to read, write or demonstrate that knowledge on paper.

At Ditton Dyslexia, I believe in looking beyond the struggle to understand the individual. I nurture each child's natural strengths and provide the targeted tools they need to overcome literacy and confidence barriers.

Understanding Dyslexia: Common Challenges

Processinginformation

Taking a bit longer to absorb, sort or hold onto spoken words or written text.

Literacyskills

Experiencing extra hurdles with reading fluency, spelling and getting thoughts down on paper.

Workingmemory

Finding it tricky to remember multi-step instructions, list details or recall facts on the spot.

Dailyorganisation

Managing time, planning projects and keeping track of tasks or schedules.

About me

Ranjani Radhakrishnan, certified dyslexia assessor and specialist teacher

I'm Ranjani Radhakrishnan — an educator for 13 years, a mum for 21, and a warm, friendly human for as long as I can remember.

Qualifications

  • Level 7 Diploma in Assessing and Teaching Learners with Dyslexia/SpLD, Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity
  • OCN Level 5 Dyslexia Literacy and Support, British Dyslexia Association
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), England — South Farnham School, Surrey
  • Diploma in Montessori Education, Bangalore, India
  • Master's in Business Administration (Marketing & Accountancy), India
  • Bachelor's in Accountancy and Mathematics, India

Education experience — 13+ years

  • State and independent schools
  • KS1–KS3 teaching
  • Leadership experience, including Head of Younger Years

Specialist teaching — 5+ years as a Dyslexia & Dyscalculia Specialist

  • 1:1 specialist teaching
  • Small-group interventions
  • Individualised learning programmes
  • Literacy and numeracy support
  • Study skills support for KS3 and KS4
  • Touch typing

Entrance exam preparation — 7+, 11+ & 13+

  • 7+ entrance examinations
  • 11+ entrance examinations
  • 13+ scholarship assessments
  • Grammar and independent school entrance

Affiliations & specialist leadership

  • Assessment Practising Certificate
  • Professional PATOSS Member
  • Dyslexia & SpLD Lead for The CAPEforHealth Learning Support Programme

Services

Select any service to read the full details of what is involved.

Booking

How the process works, from first enquiry through to your follow-up consultation.

Get in touch

Send a short enquiry telling me about your child, your school or your service, and what you have noticed so far.

Free initial consultation

A brief conversation to explain the process, answer your questions and agree the right next step — screener, full assessment or tuition.

Confirm date & venue

We agree a date and location, and I share the background questionnaires for you and your child's school to complete.

Assessment & feedback

The session takes place, with verbal feedback the same day, a written report within two weeks and a one-hour follow-up consultation.

Start your enquiry

Testimonials

The assessment finally explained what we had been worrying about for years. The report was clear, kind and full of practical next steps.

Parent · Surrey

Our staff came away with strategies they used the very next morning. Genuinely one of the most useful sessions we've run.

SENCo · Primary school

My son felt at ease throughout. He now understands how he learns best, and his confidence has grown enormously.

Parent · London

FAQs

Understanding dyslexia & dyscalculia

Preparing for an assessment

The assessment & feedback process

Understanding & using your report

Specialist tuition & fees

Get in touch

Tell me a little about your child, your school or your service, and I'll come back to you within two working days.

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  • Assessments in my home office, your home or your child's school