Does a student have to have a formal diagnosis of dyslexia before using the Barton System?
No. But you should have a suspicion of dyslexia. Dyslexia is the most common reason a child with at least average intelligence will struggle with spelling, reading, or writing. Dyslexia affects 20% of people in the United States—some mildly, others severely. If a student is struggling with spelling, writing, and/or reading, and has 3 or more of the warning signs of dyslexia, it’s highly likely their struggles are due to dyslexia. For a list of the warning signs of dyslexia, click here. But not every student with dyslexia is ready for the Barton System. So make sure the student can pass our Barton Student Screening before you start tutoring. Q: Will it hurt people who are struggling for some other reason to go through the Barton System? A: No, as long as: • They can speak and comprehend spoken English at the second-grade level or better. To download a simple ESL screening, click here. • Their IQ is above 70. • They are struggling only with reading accuracy and/or speed. If a child can a
