Helping those with Specific Learning Disabilities

in reading, writing, spelling and mathematics.

SLD Nelson cover the Nelson, Tasman and Golden Bay regions, providing assessment and tutoring services for those with difficulty in reading, writing, spelling and mathematics.

Helping children, teenagers and adults with difficulties caused by dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia.

How it works

Get in touch

Send us an email through our Contact Us page and our Coordinator will contact you as soon as possible.

If suitable we schedule an assessment for the student.

Assessment

An assessment is made in a one-to-one setting to maximise confidentiality and minimise distractions.

A comprehensive and independent report is created describing a student’s current learning profile and provides recommendations.

Not all students require an assessment.

The Lessons

The report pinpoints the specific individual strengths and/or weaknesses of the student. We create a learning plan based on this and the needs of the student.

Lessons are arranged between the parent and teacher to be taken at a suitable time and place for the student.

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Our team

We are a friendly team that endeavour to ensure that our students receive the best care and attention. All our SLD Nelson teachers are trained and registered LDANZ teachers, specialising in the teaching of students with Specific Learning Difficulties. We also have two NZCER Registered Level C cognitive and educational assessors.

We are experienced in tailoring one-to-one lessons, with a teaching plan that is specific to the needs of the students as identified in their assessment report.

What others say

“We were very impressed with the assessment and tutoring our son received through SLD Nelson. It really made a difference to his reading, writing and literacy skills. We appreciated the help he received and recommend SLD tuition to other families.”

Nelson SLD Parent

“The weekly lessons have enabled the children to focus on their own learning on a one to one basis and has targeted their personal needs.”

Parent of four SLD students

“I would encourage parents to provide their children with SLD tutoring as the one on one time with specialist teachers is invaluable”

Nelson SLD Parent

We’re a not-for-profit

Specific Learning Disabilities Nelson Incorporated is a not-for-profit organisation supported by grants, fundraising, donations and membership.

We are a member of the Learning Disabilities Association of New Zealand. LDANZ is our professional body, monitoring the registration and professional development of our teachers and assessors.

We are grateful to all our amazing supporters. Every bit helps so if you would like to become a supporter contact us.