Learning Support

Welcome to Wigan & Leigh College's Additional Learning Support page. Email: [email protected]

[Special Needs Jungle @SpcialNdsJungle]

Lego introduces characters wearing hidden disability sunflower lanyard. The characters start with Duplo for preschoolers through to its Icons range. They go sale next year.
https://t.co/mBrWtH2VGk

[WiganToday @WigToday]

A Wigan man who only learned to read and write as a teenager has overcome the odds by becoming a published author. https://t.co/OKbN6QWVna

[Learning Support @wlc_als]

If you would like to know more about the support you can receive ⁦@wiganleighcol⁩ contact the Additional Learning Support team for a chat about the Disabled Students' Allowance and more #abilitynotdisability https://t.co/o7DFQY0XiM

[Made By Dyslexia @MadeByDyslexia]

Read this @Forbes article about why it's time to "Think Differently about Thinking Differently", with contributions from @kate_griggs

Empower Dyslexic Thinking At Work by taking our free 1hr training (no subscription needed) at https://t.co/EQ0ZYnTLWx

https://t.co/gxf328WB04

[Made By Dyslexia @MadeByDyslexia]

In this week’s episode of #LIDT @kate_griggs talks to Made By Dyslexia Ambassador @OmariMcQueen
Find out:
🌶️ Why Dyslexic Thinking is the secret ingredient of his success
✨His advice for fellow dyslexics
🌍 His biggest & scariest dream yet

Watch it here: https://t.co/rlM2hEwc74

[Learning Support @wlc_als]

“Never be ashamed of who you are”. This was Aaron’s advice for other #neurodivergent students ⁦@wiganleighcol⁩ . ALS will be at all sites this week for #neurodiversitycelebrationweek #abilitynotdisability

[British Dyslexia Association @BDAdyslexia]

It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024! 🌟

Visit the official website for more information and lots of helpful resources; from workshops and factsheets to downloadable comic books for kids: https://t.co/lEjXIHVZBr

#NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityWeek #NCW

[British Dyslexia Association @BDAdyslexia]

Neurodiversity Celebration Week: BDA Ambassador @adelle_tracey talks to @SkySports about being a runner and having dyslexia and dyscalculia. https://t.co/PoR4x8yiEm via @SkySports

[Chris Packham @ChrisGPackham]

I’m looking to meet people with ADHD or dyslexia for the new series of @BBCTwo ‘Inside our Minds’ .

If you want to make a short film about how ADHD or dyslexia shapes your life , applications are now open – apply below:

[British Dyslexia Association @BDAdyslexia]

“While dyslexia may have hindered me in traditional academic settings, it's taught me to leverage my strengths and find a path that suits my unique way of thinking.” Read James’ dyslexia story here: https://t.co/XUYkGScoj5

#MyDyslexiaStory

[Wigan & Leigh College @wiganleighcol]

A fantastic 238 students who resat their GCSE English and/or Maths have now achieved Grade 4 or above. What a result! Congratulations 👏

[The Charlie Waller Trust @CharlieWallerUK]

If you’re feeling more tired than usual, know that as we move into winter, it’s normal for our sleep needs to change. Less daylight can make us produce more melatonin, the hormone that makes us sleepy. Try not to be hard on yourself if you feel yourself wanting more rest!

[British Dyslexia Association @BDAdyslexia]

Dyslexia can make everyday tasks challenging. Our community shares how their dyslexia affects them on a daily basis.
Visit https://t.co/lYDeEdw5Xc to read real-life dyslexia stories

#Dyslexia #DyslexiaAwareness #DyslexiaSupport #DyslexiaCommunity

[MHFA England® @MHFAEngland]

With a new month, it's the perfect time to think about how your workplace can prioritise employee wellbeing.

And here are six reasons why ⬇️

Speak to our workplace mental health experts about developing your wellbeing strategy, today: https://t.co/uxlg3bG3vm

[British Dyslexia Association @BDAdyslexia]

Despite what many people believe, dyslexia does not just mean struggles with literacy – some struggle with organisation and memory issues. Here are a few ideas which might help in day-to-day life: https://t.co/mx7YzXRLd4

[Made By Dyslexia @MadeByDyslexia]

#BarbieTheMovie is out today!

But when it comes to Barbies, we have to say our favourite is #MadeByDyslexia Ambassador, Maggie Aderin-Pocock, who was named a Barbie Role Model for promoting science careers to girls 🌟 🔭

https://t.co/eNprIrAc1F

[Made By Dyslexia @MadeByDyslexia]

Keira is right! The world is changing and imagination is key to everything.

Studies show that the skills that humans need are the skills dyslexics have 🌟

To help us keep empowering Dyslexic Thinkers of all sorts, please donate at https://t.co/5LQHydQpQG. Every penny helps!

[British Dyslexia Association @BDAdyslexia]

Our community shares their #DyslexiaMotivation!
To become your best dyslexia self, visit our website for lots of helpful advice and resources: https://t.co/MclUz137i6

#Dyslexia #DyslexiaSupport #DyslexiaAdvice #DyslexiaResources

[British Dyslexia Association @BDAdyslexia]

We were thrilled to be contacted by a group of A-level students from the Isle of Man who have developed an award-winning app to support #dyslexia and #neurodiversity. Find out more from Sid and Aaron here: https://t.co/YKmqInZqXx

[Learning Support @wlc_als]

British Sign Language GCSE moves one step closer to the classroom - https://t.co/6zI9zFsXtm https://t.co/l8IZnYzaiC