Bespoke Learning

PERSONALISED ONLINE TUITION

for children with dyslexia or literacy difficulties

Antonia Palmer of Bespoke Learning personalized online tutor

Do you feel that school isn’t meeting your child’s needs?

  • Antonia is qualified in three different approaches to teaching dyslexic children. (Orton Gillingham, British Dyslexia Association, Morphology)

  • 20 years of teaching has shown her that there is no one-fit solution to supporting dyslexia

  • All classes are one-to-one

  • Antonia is dyslexic herself, and personally understands the emotional impact of a learning difference.

  • Enhanced UK DBS clearance

Let’s work together to help your child thrive.

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How can Bespoke Learning help? 

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Curriculum Support

Maths and Literacy

I’m here to guide students through tricky problems, help them understand what the teacher is asking, and make sure they don’t feel overwhelmed.

  • breaking down a big task into smaller, manageable steps

  • offering a different approach to learning

  • re-teaching using multi sensory strategies

  • support with homework, revision and executive functioning

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Orton Gillingham Tuition

Orton-Gillingham (OG) is a proven, structured method for teaching reading and writing. It uses a step-by-step, multi-sensory approach—visual, auditory, and kinesthetic—to help phonics stick.

At Bespoke Learning, OG guides everything I do. It’s personalized, so no prior knowledge is needed, and each concept is taught at the student’s pace to ensure full understanding before moving on..

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Morphology

Morphology is the study of how words are built using prefixes, suffixes, and roots. Understanding these parts helps students decode unfamiliar words, improve spelling, and make sense of language structure. It’s a powerful tool that boosts reading confidence and builds vocabulary.

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What they say…

  • Antonia was a blessing in our lives! She started working with our girls during the pandemic and I was always impressed by her ability to meet their different styles and needs. One daughter needed a clear agenda, with structure, to move through the lesson. Our other daughter needed the utmost flexibility. Antonia always came armed for her session with a bag of multi-sensory activities to keep her engaged and learning. Our girls looked forward to their sessions with Antonia, and both girls improved in their ability to read (and all of the confidence that goes with that!) because of her teaching.

    L. D age 8 and S.D age 10

  • Under Antonia’s mentorship, our daughter has made significant progress. She feels a strong bond with Antonia, often sharing her thoughts and experiences. Antonia listens attentively, offering thoughtful encouragement and support. What sets Antonia apart is her holistic approach. She takes the time to understand each student’s learning style and emotional needs, adapting her methods accordingly. Her commitment goes beyond academics; she truly cares about the well-being and development of her students. We are profoundly grateful for the positive impact Antonia has had on our daughter’s life. Without hesitation, we wholeheartedly recommend her services to any family seeking dedicated and skilled support for their child.

    A.C. age 13

  • Finding Antonia was like finding a lifeboat in an ocean. When our 7 year old daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia we didn’t know where or how to start helping her. Luckily we found Antonia. She was calm and reassuring and our daughter gravitated towards that. She pushed her on the days when she was more open, and was gentle with her on the days where she was more tired. And, critically, we saw real progress in our daughter’s ability and confidence with reading and writing. She went from completely avoiding doing it if possible, to volunteering to read out loud in class. If you are looking for support, I highly recommend Antonia!

    Z. B. age 10

  • Antonia has been working with my son for four years now. She began as an Orton Gillingham tutor but over the years has become a mentor and school-support. No matter what subject he needs help with, she can find a way to teach it to him so that he understands. She has a gift of working out how children learn and at takes so much stress out of all our lives. Thank you Antonia!

    J. C. age 12

  • Antonia guided my daughter from being a reading-refuser to conquering chapter books. Her patience is endless and I cannot recommend her enough.

    P.B. age 8

  • We have had the privilege of working with Antonia for the past four years to support our daughter, who faces challenges with dyslexia and other learning difficulties. From the outset, Antonia has provided unwavering, expert, and compassionate guidance. Her deep knowledge and extensive experience are evident in every lesson. Antonia has a remarkable ability to connect with children, creating a warm and engaging learning environment. She tailors each session to our daughter’s unique needs, ensuring that learning is both effective and enjoyable.

    A.C. (began with Antonia age 8, and now 13)

FAQ

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  • The first step is a Zoom consultation with the parent/s or carer. We will discuss what brought you to Bespoke Learning and how I can help.

    At that point we can discuss the optimum number of lessons and the duration.

  • I am based in Cape Town, South Africa (GMT+2) and have students in Asia, Africa and Europe.

  • All classes are conducted via Zoom on a PC or laptop. Students have the option to wear headphones based on their personal preferences or needs. No additional equipment is necessary.

  • Bespoke Learning is truely bespoke! Lessons vary between 30 minutes and an hour. At the initial consultation we can discuss your child’s leaning style and their optimum learning time.

  • The key to success is consistency.

    I recommend at least two lessons per week.

  • There is no ‘right’ age for offering support. I have taught children from 6 to 16 and because each lesson is uniquely tailored to your child, the content, pace and learning will be bespoke to their needs.

  • Since every student is unique, session costs may vary based on individual needs. We can discuss this at the initial consultation.

    Prices start at 45 USD for a 30 minute lesson and are paid in advance.

Contact me!

If you would like to hear more about Bespoke Learning, just let me know!