✔️ What It Means

Being “Dyslexia Friendly” means we:

• Understand how dyslexia and other learning differences show up

• Use tools and resources that help everyone understand and be understood

• Create a space where reading, writing, learning and communicating feel safe and supported

• Are always learning and growing so we can do better for our rangatahi

💬 Why It Matters to Us

We believe that neurodiversity is a strength.
No two brains are the same—and that’s awesome.
We want every young person to feel:

• Respected

• Understood

• Confident being exactly who they are

🌈 What You Can Expect

If you come to us, here’s what we do to make things easier:

• Use clear and plain language

• Avoid big chunks of text

• Offer help with forms, reading, or spelling if you need it

• Give you time to process and respond in your own way

• Let you choose how to communicate: talking, writing, drawing, or just having a walk and chat. You can always let us know what works best for you 💛

🛠️ How We Got Here

We worked with Chris Cole from Learning Differences Aotearoa Trust and Ako Aotearoa to:

• Learn more about dyslexia and other learning differences

• Train our staff

• Develop resources and strategies

• Create tools to support young people and whānau better

• Earn the Dyslexia Friendly Quality Mark. It’s not just a logo—it’s a commitment 💪

💡 Need Support?

If you:

• Think you might have dyslexia

• Already know you do and want support

• Want tips for learning and working in a way that works for YOU. We’re here. Just ask a youth worker or contact us here:

  • Phone: 03 214 1013 or 027 472 4703

• Email: admin@number10.org.nz