Croydon Dyslexia Association
Support, information, and screening for dyslexic children and adults in Croydon.
Part of the British Dyslexia Association Dyslexia Network.
Need help right now?
0333 111 00 66How can we help you?
Worried about your child?
Spot the signs of dyslexia, get an affordable screening, or join our Saturday workshops to build reading confidence.
Think you might be dyslexic?
It is never too late to find out. Dyslexia assessments, workplace support, and a helpline that understands.
Want to support dyslexic people?
Join CDA, attend our free open meetings, or simply spread the word. Every member helps us keep going.
Recent Open Meetings
Watch recordings from our free talks and workshops featuring guest speakers and experts in dyslexia support
Life After School
Margaret Rooke
Featured speaker
Dyslexic and Taking on the World - A talk by Margaret Rooke
How to Adapt and Thrive as an Adult with Dyslexia
Donna Stevenson & Sue Flohr
2 speakers
A talk on Zoom with Donna Stevenson and Sue Flohr
From Survival to Thrival with Dyslexia: A Parent's Guide, with Jo Rees
Jo Rees
Featured speaker
A parent's guide to flipping your child's dyslexic reality from surviving to thriving
How We Can Help
Dedicated support and resources for individuals with dyslexia and their families
Local Helpline
FreeFree, confidential advice and support
Helpline Number
0333 111 00 66
Screening
Dyslexia & Dyscalculia
Workshops
Children Will Shine
Get Involved
The best way to find out what CDA offers is to get in touch
Call the helpline
Speak to someone who understands. Free, confidential advice and signposting.
0333 111 00 66Attend an open meeting
Free talks by guest speakers on dyslexia-related topics. Open to everyone.
View meetingsBecome a member
Support CDA's work and receive newsletters, magazines, and free meeting entry.
Join CDA1981
Established
Free
Helpline & meetings
£60
Screening from
20+
Expert talks to watch
Membership Benefits
Become a member and access support, resources, and connections that make a difference
Supportive Community
Join a supportive community of families and individuals affected by dyslexia
Stay Informed
Regular updates through our newsletter and email communications
Priority Access
Priority access to our free open meetings featuring expert speakers
Expert Resources
Access to resources, advice, and guidance on dyslexia-related topics
Workshops & Activities
Support for children with dyslexia through workshops and activities
Ready to Join?
Individual membership starts from just £15 per year
- 3 CDA newsletters
- Free entry to meetings & workshops
- 3 digital BDA Contact magazines
About CDA
Croydon Dyslexia Association is a registered charity (No. 1125334) providing information and support to dyslexic people, their families, and professionals in the Croydon area.
Founded in 1981, CDA is part of the British Dyslexia Association's Dyslexia Network. As well as providing information via this website, we host 3–4 themed open meetings a year in Purley — open to members and non-members — held mostly on Zoom since the pandemic, with occasional in-person meetings. We run a local helpline, weekly Children Will Shine literacy workshops for children in Key Stages 2, 3 and 4 during term time, dyslexia and dyscalculia screening, and publish three newsletters a year (January, April and September).
Our aims
- Provide support and information to children and adults who are either directly affected by dyslexia or are close to someone who is.
- Raise public and professional awareness of dyslexia/SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties).
What we provide
Support in Croydon
Information about the support system for children with dyslexia and SEND in Croydon
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Dyslexia is recognised as a disability that gives rise to Special Educational Needs (SEN). Children with dyslexia are entitled to support through their school's SEN provision.
See indicators of dyslexiaSEND System & EHCPs
Since 2014, the SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) system has replaced the old Statement system. Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) provide statutory support for children with the most complex needs.
Contact our helpline for adviceCroydon Local Offer
Croydon's Local Offer brings together information about services, support, and activities available to children and young people with SEND and their families.
Visit Croydon Local Offer