HOUSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL
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WHAT IS DYSLEXIA?

Dyslexia is a difficulty in processing language which exists along a spectrum - this means that although 1 in 5 people are affected, their individual experiences vary.  In the video below, Kelli Sandman-Hurley urges us to think again about dyslexic brain function and to celebrate the neurodiversity of the human brain:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=zafiGBrFkRM

See Dyslexia Differently

A short and simple video to watch on dyslexia. Great to watch with your child who may have a potential dyslexic type difficulty.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11r7CFlK2sc
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Rubbish and AWESOME?!

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​Click the link below to see a presentation about Dyslexia from a school pupil's perspective:
"I'm dyslexic and I wanted all the other kids in the school to know that while being dyslexic can be a bit rubbish, it can also be pretty awesome too."
youtu.be/DmE7EHNCJHk

Click the pictures below to access more information about Dyslexia Support

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Supporting Spelling
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Using IDL Literacy at Home: A Parents' Guide
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Supporting Reading
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Dyslexia and ICT
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Transition to Secondary School
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Dyslexia Unwrapped
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Using the iPad to Support Dyslexia
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ICT to Support Learners with Dyslexia

Download a colour veil for your screen for free. This helps with Dyslexia and Visual Stress.
 https://www.east-tec.com/colorveil/

To find helpful iPad Apps for Dyslexic Learners, please follow the link below:
bit.ly/3Ak1gmP
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Address

Houston Primary School
​Crosslee Rd
Houston
PA6 7EJ
Head Teacher:   Jennifer Murray

Telephone

0300 300 0159

Email

houstonenquiries@renfrewshire.gov.uk
houstonelccenquiries@renfrewshire.gov.uk
  • Home
  • Our School
    • Our Vision, Values & Aims
    • Quality Assurance
    • School Staff
    • School Handbook
    • P1 Induction
    • Policies
  • COVID 19 Updates
  • Our EL&CC
    • Welcome
    • General Information
    • Meet the Team
    • Noticeboard >
      • Term 1
      • Term 2
      • Term 3
    • EL&CC Aims
    • EL&CC Blog
    • EL&CC Improvement Plan
    • EL&CC Application Forms
    • Transition to Houston EL&CC
    • Medical Information
    • EL&CC Uniform
    • Family Engagement >
      • Supporting Learning at Home
    • Policies >
      • EL&CC Policies
      • EL&CC Inspection Reports
    • Testimonials
    • Contact Us
  • Parent Zone
    • Transition To Secondary
    • Starting School 2022-23
    • Curriculum for Excellence
    • Parents Portal
    • Parent Pay
    • School Meals
    • Uniform Shop
    • Forms
    • School Council
    • RNRA
    • Online Safety
    • Pupil Support >
      • Dyslexia Support
      • Autism Support
      • Sleep Support
  • Pupil Zone
    • Blogs
    • Online Learning
    • Website Links
    • Maths in Action
    • Active Schools
  • Calendar
    • Annual Planner
    • Newsletters
  • Holiday Dates
  • Contact
    • Comments
    • Complaints