Specialist Literacy Intervention for Children with Learning Difficulties
Evidence-based support for reading, writing and spelling, designed for children with dyslexia, language-based learning needs, or those not progressing with classroom instruction.
Phonological awareness and phonics taught explicitly and systematically
Structured literacy intervention for decoding, fluency and spelling
Support with sentence construction, grammar and written expression
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Children with dyslexia or specific learning disabilities
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Children with language-based learning difficulties
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Children not responding to classroom literacy instruction
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Neurodivergent learners who benefit from structured, explicit teaching
Who we work with
Our Approach
Our work is grounded in structured literacy and evidence-based principles.
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Explicit, systematic phonics instruction
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Cumulative, step-by-step skill development
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Diagnostic teaching tailored to each child
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Multi-sensory learning strategies
This approach is highly effective for children with dyslexia and other learning difficulties.
What to expect
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Initial Session
We begin with an initial session to understand your child’s strengths, needs and goals. This includes a discussion with you, along with informal assessment and observation, allowing us to identify key areas for support and plan the most appropriate next steps.
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Ongoing Sessions
Sessions are delivered weekly and tailored to your child’s individual needs. Each session focuses on targeted, individualised goals using structured, explicit teaching, with activities adjusted over time to reflect your child’s progress.
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Progress and Support
We provide ongoing communication so you feel informed and confident in your child’s progress. This includes updates on development, practical strategies you can use at home, and a clear focus on building both skills and confidence over time.
Meet our literacy specialist
Hummingbird Learning is led by Alyssa, an experienced educator and literacy specialist with over 25 years of experience across classroom teaching, learning support and targeted intervention. She has worked with children who need explicit, individualised support to develop confidence and success in literacy. Alyssa also has extensive experience and expertise in delivering sessions online.
Her background includes special education, learning support and evidence-based literacy intervention, with a particular interest in supporting children with learning difficulties, including dyslexia and related literacy challenges.
Alyssa is also currently undertaking postgraduate study in speech pathology, further strengthening her understanding of the relationship between speech, language and literacy.
She brings a calm, supportive and highly personalised approach to her work, combining professional knowledge with practical strategies that help children build skills in reading, spelling and written language.
Qualifications and Certifications
Bachelor of Education (Primary and Special Education)
Master of Educational Leadership
Master of Speech Pathology (due for completion end 2026)
SPELD NSW, SPELD SA Tutor Member
NSW Proficient Teacher
Australian Tutoring Association Member
Working With Children Check- NSW, SA, VIC, QLD
National Police Check
Programs we use
We use a range of evidence-based programs and teaching strategies in our sessions.
Below are some of the programs we use with our students.
Why Choose Us
✔ Specialist literacy intervention
✔ Strong focus on learning difficulties and dyslexia
✔ Evidence-based, structured approach
✔ Individualised support
✔ Calm, supportive environment
