The Reading Doctor Blog

A collection of blog posts, award nominations and updates.

A National Finalist! Celebrating Becky Birch’s Recognition at the Tutor Association Awards

We are delighted to share the fantastic news that one of our very own Reading Doctors, Becky Birch, The Reading Doctor - Stamford, was...

We Did It! The Reading Doctor Wins Tuition Franchise of the Year

We’re thrilled to share some incredible news: The Reading Doctor Ltd has won Tuition Franchise of the Year at the 2025 National Tutoring...

Connected by Purpose: A Celebration of Collaboration at The Reading Doctor Festival 2025

On 8th May 2025 , something magical happened at The Genting Hotel in Birmingham. Over 30 Reading Doctors from across the UK gathered for...

You've Not Been Duped… You've Been Let Down: Why Struggling Readers Deserve More Than a Quick Fix

At The Reading Doctor, we meet children every day who have been through years of systematic phonics instruction, sometimes as the only method offered and yet still cannot read.

Why One-to-One Reading Support Transforms Learning for Neurodivergent Children

18 months ago my first pupil came through the door into my bright shiny new Reading Room. I felt a little nervous but as soon as I...

What is the impact of ADHD on learning to read?

The young people I work with are brilliant at seeing the ‘bigger picture’. They notice details in illustrations that have passed me by, are incredibly funny and emotionally astute, and have wonderful turns of phrase. But for those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, this neurodivergence can present challenges when learning to read.