We’re Recruiting!

Fundraising and Communications Manager

We are looking for an experienced fundraising and communications manager with a strong track record of income generation and communications expertise.

A collaborative approach and commitment to Helen Arkell’s values is essential. You will be confident using digital technologies to support your work and have the ability to lead and deliver a fundraising strategy. You will have strong written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable stewarding donors and making financial asks.

Does this sound like you? We’d love to hear from you.

Find out more here.

By |2026-04-15T10:45:51+01:00April 15th, 2026|Fundraising news, Homepage featured, Latest news, Team blog|Comments Off on We’re Recruiting!

Two Fundraising Challenges to Support People with Dyslexia

This year, we’re inviting supporters to take on not one, but two incredible obstacle events, helping children and adults with dyslexia access the specialist support they urgently need.

Take on the Ultimate Tough Mudder Challenge

Ready to dive into the muddiest, mightiest adventure around? Tough Mudder is the ultimate obstacle experience, built for teamwork, laughter and plenty of dirt. With no competition and no timing, it’s all about supporting your teammates to conquer the course and proudly earn the world‑famous orange headband.

Every participant receives:

  • 🏅 Finishers Medal
  • 👕 Finisher Shirt
  • 🎽 Finishers Headband
  • 🅿️ Free Parking

Search by postcode to find a Tough Mudder near you, then take part for a brilliant cause!

Bounce Your Way Through the Inflatable 5k

The Inflatable 5k, the world’s BIGGEST and most EPIC inflatable obstacle course, is coming to locations across the country. Expect giant inflatables, huge slides and plenty of giggles as you jump, bounce and slide your way to the finish.

Perfect for families, friends or solo adventurers – read more here! 

  • Children aged 5–15 can take part with a paying participating adult.
  • Courses are available nationwide — simply search by postcode to find your nearest event.

By taking part in either challenge, you’ll be helping to empower people with dyslexia, funding assessments, tuition, and life‑changing support for those who need it most. Every step, slide and splash of mud helps transform lives.

Sign up today—and be a hero for people with dyslexia! 

By |2026-03-24T12:17:08+00:00March 24th, 2026|Fundraising news, Homepage featured, Latest news|Comments Off on Two Fundraising Challenges to Support People with Dyslexia

25% off ‘Let’s Fly’ the early reading programme for little learners

To celebrate our early reading skills spotlight in March, we are offering 25% off our newest reading programme!

The Let’s Fly reading programme is made for little learners who find reading a bit tricky, especially those who struggle with sounding out words or may have dyslexia. Whatever the reading challenges, Let’s Fly is here to help your child grow into a confident reader. Just 10-20 minutes of practise each day, five days a week, can make a real difference in their reading skills and confidence!

Find it here!

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National Lottery Community Fund Boosts Dyslexia Support for Disadvantaged Children and Adults

We’re delighted to share that Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity has been awarded £19,966 from The National Lottery Community Fund to support our project “Dyslexia Specialist Support for Disadvantaged People”.

Thanks to the nation’s National Lottery players, we’ll be able to provide one‑to‑one specialist support to disadvantaged children and adults who struggle with reading, writing and related learning difficulties — helping build skills, confidence and long‑term independence.

Head of Fundraising at Helen Arkell, Hazel Radnor, says: “This funding means we can reach even more people who urgently need specialist help but are unable to access it due to financial barriers.”

We can’t wait to get started and will share updates, stories and successes as the project unfolds.

💙 Thank you, National Lottery players!

By |2026-03-04T13:59:00+00:00March 4th, 2026|Fundraising news, Homepage featured, Latest news|Comments Off on National Lottery Community Fund Boosts Dyslexia Support for Disadvantaged Children and Adults

Introducing ‘How to Help at Home’ – a workshop for parents

Do you want to feel confident supporting your child with dyslexia at home?

Join our face‑to‑face workshop with Claire Harvey, our Head of Education — packed with practical tips, easy strategies, and tools you can start using straight away.

📅 20 March 2026

🕙 10:00 AM

📍 Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 7DR

You’ll learn how dyslexia affects learning, how to boost reading, writing and spelling, and how to keep confidence high. Plus, you’ll meet other parents and have the chance to ask questions.

“What a fantastic course, the presenter was very inspiring, and I learnt a huge amount.” Previous attendee.

Don’t miss this empowering session designed to help you help your child thrive!

Book here.

By |2026-02-23T10:28:29+00:00February 23rd, 2026|Course news, Homepage featured, Latest news, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Introducing ‘How to Help at Home’ – a workshop for parents

‘The Dyslexic Advantage’ Film – Educational Screenings to Purchase

The Dyslexic Advantage, a powerful documentary reframing dyslexia.

Following the success of the UK premiere screening of The Dyslexic Advantage earlier this month, we are now able to offer one-time educational screenings of the film to UK schools, colleges and organisations.

This inspiring new documentary challenges stereotypes and reveals some of the strengths of the dyslexic mind. The film explores how dyslexic thinking powers creativity, innovation, exploration, and human achievement.

The film also touches on many of the early social and emotional challenges that young people face when they are in school.

This short film is ideal for presentations at schools, colleges and organisations looking to broaden their understanding of dyslexia and the unique strengths of the dyslexic brain. The film could be shown to staff, parents or learners in your school, college or organisation. The film is 45 minutes long.

One attendee said,

“I found the film incredibly inspiring! So much food for thought!”

“It was brilliant and fascinating. I will be advocating that the film be used in the school I am currently working in”, another attendee said.

To arrange a viewing for a larger audience e.g. in a school setting, then please contact courses@helenarkell.org.uk

Founded by Drs. Brock and Fernette Eide, The Dyslexic Advantage is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting a strengths-based understanding of dyslexia.

Through research, media, and community programs, the organisation empowers individuals with dyslexia.

View a trailer here.

Learn more about purchasing an educational screening here.

By |2026-02-19T15:54:38+00:00February 19th, 2026|Course news, Homepage featured, Latest news|Comments Off on ‘The Dyslexic Advantage’ Film – Educational Screenings to Purchase

Farnham Literary Festival – Supporting Dyslexic Learners in the Classroom and at Home

We’re delighted to be part of this year’s Farnham Literary Festival! 📚
Sign up to hear our in-person talk at Helen Arkell, ‘Supporting Dyslexic Learners in the Classroom and at Home’, presented by Claire Harvey, Head of Education at Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity and author of ‘Supporting Dyslexic Learners in the Classroom’ published by Sage Publications.
This talk will briefly touch on some of the reasons why dyslexic learners struggle with aspects of learning and will provide attendees with some simple, tried and tested practical suggestions, tips, resources and activities that could be used to help support dyslexic learners in the classroom and at home.
Suitable for both educators and parents.
Join us in Farnham on Sunday 8 March at 10:30am*. Just £15!
To learn more about the Festival and this talk, visit the Farnham Literary website.

*We’ll be offering 10% off Helen Arkell products/publications from our shop and Claire’s Little Guide for attendees on the day. 

By |2026-02-10T13:57:11+00:00February 10th, 2026|Homepage featured, Latest news, Shop news|Comments Off on Farnham Literary Festival – Supporting Dyslexic Learners in the Classroom and at Home

Touch Typing Half Term Course for Children

NEW FOR HALF TERM!

 Introducing our NEW 3‑day half‑term course for children who’ve completed our Intro to Touch Typing (or equivalent).

Fun, multi‑sensory sessions to build speed, accuracy and confidence on the keyboard.

📅 18–20 February 2026 9:30 am – 1 pm
📍 Location: Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity
📧 Subsidised places available – email courses@helenarkell.org.uk

Help your child build speed, accuracy and confidence with touch typing this half-term and get ahead with their skills!

🔗 Book here! 

By |2026-02-06T13:43:01+00:00February 6th, 2026|Course news, Homepage featured, Latest news, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Touch Typing Half Term Course for Children

Nordomatic’s Southeastern Team Supports Helen Arkell as 2026 Charity of the Year

We are delighted to have been chosen as Nordomatic’s Charity of the Year for 2026.

We greatly appreciate this support and look forward to working collaboratively with their organisation to raise awareness and help more individuals with dyslexia throughout the year ahead.

Nordomatic is a long‑established leader in smart building technology and Building Management Systems (BMS), founded in 1967 and now operating across Europe. Often described as “The Brain of the Building,” Nordomatic combines deep technical expertise with innovative digital solutions to help organisations manage buildings more effectively. With a large team across more than 30 offices, they play a significant role in driving the transition to smarter, greener, and more efficient built environments.

We are delighted that their divisional team in London and the Southeast will be fundraising for us and thrilled to hear so many at Nordomatic love to take part in exciting challenges for charity.

This June some of the Nordomatic team will be taking part in the London to Brighton bike ride for Helen Arkell. If you are nearby, why not cheer them on as they cross the finish line near the Pier on Maderia Drive at Brighton Seafront on Sunday 21 June 2026.

We look forward to their support over the comihttps://www.londonbrightoncycle.co.uk/ng year from our new friends at Nordomatic.

If you’d like to help Nordomatic, a JustGiving fundraiser is available for donations to our cause: https://www.justgiving.com/page/nordomatic2026

Thank you!

By |2026-02-04T16:23:25+00:00February 4th, 2026|Fundraising news, Homepage featured, Latest news|Comments Off on Nordomatic’s Southeastern Team Supports Helen Arkell as 2026 Charity of the Year

The Dyslexic Advantage – a UK premier screening at Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity

🎬 Join us for the UK premiere of The Dyslexic Advantage – a powerful new short film reshaping how we understand dyslexia on Wednesday 4th Feb 2026.

Moving beyond the narrative of struggle, this inspiring film celebrates dyslexia as a strength, driving creativity, innovation, problem solving, and discovery.

Nearly 1 in 5 people think differently and this film shows why that matters.

🎤 Special Guest Q&A

We’re delighted to be joined by Fernette Eide, CEO of Dyslexic Advantage, Executive Producer of the film, and co author of the renowned book The Dyslexic Advantage.

Fernette will answer questions live after the screening.

 

🌍 Online event – attend from anywhere! Can’t watch live on the night? No problem.

Book your place and we’ll send you the recording later in the week.

 

👪 Who is this for?

✔️ Parents

✔️ Teachers and education professionals

 

Through science, animation, and powerful personal stories of innovators, artists, and entrepreneurs, the film also gently explores the social and emotional challenges young people can face in school and how understanding strengths can change outcomes.

 

The Dyslexic Advantage book is available to purchase in our shop: https://helenarkell.org.uk/product/the-dyslexic-advantage-new-edition/

 

👉 Book now to secure your place for this Spotlight session: https://helenarkell.org.uk/events/spotlight-the-dyslexic-advantage/

By |2026-01-21T10:01:01+00:00January 21st, 2026|Homepage featured, Latest news, Shop news, Uncategorized|Comments Off on The Dyslexic Advantage – a UK premier screening at Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity
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