Learning Support in Sydney

Parents play a vital role by advocating for their child, collaborating with teachers and creating a supportive home environment. They help by fostering self-confidence, reinforcing strengths and ensuring access to resources like tutoring or therapy.

A reading difficulty generally refers to any struggle or challenge a person may face with reading, which can be caused by a variety of factors such as a lack of instruction, limited exposure to books or poor comprehension skills. Reading difficulties can often be addressed through targeted instruction or practice and are not necessarily lifelong.

A reading disability, however, refers to a specific, diagnosable condition, such as dyslexia, that causes persistent issues with reading. Reading disabilities are neurological in nature and typically require specialised interventions to help individuals overcome the challenges they face. 

Unlike general reading difficulties, a reading disability often involves a lifelong struggle with decoding, comprehension and fluency, despite appropriate educational support. While reading disabilities can’t be cured, early and ongoing intervention can significantly improve an individual’s ability to read and engage with written material.

Learning support often works best when it sits alongside a child’s existing school and care team.

With consent, information can be shared with teachers, caseworkers and carers to align goals and expectations. This might include reinforcing classroom strategies, clarifying assessment results or adjusting workload during high-stress periods.

Communication helps avoid duplication and ensures everyone is working toward the same priorities.

Importantly, the service remains independent from the school system, offering a calmer space focused on individual needs rather than curriculum pressure or formal testing requirements. This separation can reduce anxiety and support engagement over time for vulnerable learners in care.