Backbench debate: On support for dyslexic pupils at school. 11 November 2025

Recommendations: To ensure every child with dyslexia can reach their full potential, the British Dyslexia Association calls on the Government to: • Make children with dyslexia a national priority: By developing a dedicated National Dyslexia Strategy that ensures no pupil is left unidentified or unsupported in education. • Guarantee early identification for all: Through a universal screening and/or assessment pathway so that every child, regardless of background or postcode, can access timely support. • Build truly dyslexia-friendly classrooms: By introducing mandatory teacher training and clear national standards for SEND support, ensuring that every teacher has the knowledge and tools to help dyslexic learners thrive. • Modernise the curriculum and assessment system: By embedding assistive technology, creating flexible learning pathways, and recognising the diverse strengths and talents of all learners.