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Orton-Gillingham

Orton-Gillingham is a structured, multisensory, and evidence-based approach to reading and spelling instruction that is highly effective for students with dyslexia and other language-based learning difficulties. Lessons are individualized and taught explicitly, helping students build strong foundations in reading, spelling, and writing while gaining confidence and independence.

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By teaching the structure of language in a systematic way, Orton-Gillingham helps struggling readers make meaningful, lasting progress. For many students and families, it is truly life-changing.

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Every child deserves to experience the joy and confidence that come with reading success.

Orton-Gillingham
1 on 1 Specialized Orton-Gillingham Sessions:
In-person or online classes available
  • One-to-one sessions are recommended a minimum of twice per week. More frequent sessions lead to greater retention and faster progress.
     

  • Year-round availability, including the summer months.
     

  • Sessions are offered in my home office in Southwest Edmonton, with online sessions also available.
     

  • It's never too late to improve literacy skills, but early intervention is strongly recommended.

    Session Fees

    45-minute session: $60
    60-minute session: $80

Areas of Support
 

  • Phonological and Phonemic Awareness

  • Speech Sound Development

  • Phonics and Decoding

  • Spelling (Encoding)

  • Handwriting and Fine Motor Skills

  • Reading Fluency

  • Vocabulary Development

  • Working Memory

  • Reading Comprehension

  • Grammar and Written Language

  • Morphology (Prefixes, Suffixes, and Word Structure)

  • Written Expression (Sentence, Paragraph, and Essay Writing)

Shelley MacMillan Education
Orton-Gillingham Structured Literacy Interventionist
Edmonton, Alberta

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