ABOUT ME

Helen Janes

As a fully qualified dyslexia specialist, I hold a current Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) with the Dyslexia Guild and am a registered member of PATOSS. My goal is to combine professional expertise with a supportive approach to help children find confidence and success in their learning.

My Journey & Experience

My career in education spans over 15 years, beginning as a secondary school English teacher working across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. Witnessing firsthand the challenges that many capable children faced in mainstream classrooms inspired me to focus my expertise entirely on learning differences.

Over the last 15 years, I have worked with dyslexic learners of all ages, equipping them with the practical tools they need to build lasting confidence and achieve their full potential. More recently, my focus has expanded to supporting Key Stage 2 students, helping them successfully navigate the vital academic and emotional transition to secondary school.

Active Classroom Insights

Alongside my independent work, I continue to practice as a Specialist SEND Teacher and Assessor within schools. This active classroom presence ensures I stay completely up to date with modern educational practices and current school environments.

Because I work directly with students every week, I know exactly which practical strategies work best in a real classroom setting. This hands-on experience allows me to provide realistic, high-impact recommendations that schools can easily understand and successfully implement.

How I Support Families & Schools

I partner closely with families, state schools, and private schools throughout Dorset and Hampshire to unlock each child's unique potential. My specialist services include:

Diagnostic Assessments: Thorough, accredited assessments to understand exactly how your child learns and how to support them.
Exam Access Arrangements: Official testing to secure vital accommodations, such as extra time, for exams.
Private Tuition: Targeted, one-to-one learning tailored specifically to your child’s needs.

On a Personal Note

I live in Ferndown with my husband and our two sons. Outside of my professional practice, we are a family that loves the great outdoors. In our spare time, you will usually find us walking along our beautiful local beaches, exploring the New Forest, or discovering new places together.