Get Organised - Calderdale and Kirklees Careers Service Partnership
Get Organised - Calderdale and Kirklees Careers Service Partnership
Get Organised - Calderdale and Kirklees Careers Service Partnership
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University student, 19<br />
“<br />
When I look back, starting school <strong>and</strong> trying to<br />
read was a nightmare. When I was about 7 my<br />
new teacher suggested I got tested for dyslexia.<br />
I spent a morning with an educational psychologist <strong>and</strong> did<br />
lots of tests. It turned out I am dyslexic <strong>and</strong> some special<br />
help was arranged for me.<br />
REAL LIFE<br />
18<br />
It really made a difference <strong>and</strong> by the time I was 15 I could<br />
get by. I was re-tested <strong>and</strong> got extra time for GCSE exams -<br />
to let me have longer to check <strong>and</strong> read my answers. I got<br />
As <strong>and</strong> Bs in everything but French, not bad!<br />
“<br />
I went to college, got some A levels <strong>and</strong> came to uni <strong>and</strong><br />
it’s great! I am waiting for an assessment to see if I can get<br />
some IT equipment to help me on campus*.<br />
* A non-repayable student’s<br />
allowance is available if you<br />
have a disability <strong>and</strong> are likely<br />
to incur extra costs at university.<br />
Ask your PA about Disabled<br />
Students’ Allowances.<br />
Extra help, equipment <strong>and</strong><br />
support is also available for<br />
learners 16-19. Ask your PA<br />
about this if you have a<br />
disability.<br />
Matthew
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