Dyslexia North

Welcome to Dyslexia North in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Rick Portsmouth is the Director of Dyslexia North currently working as a consultant chartered educational psychologist having extensive experience of working with clients from a wide range of educational contexts including state schools and academies, independent schools, colleges & universities and also adults working in businesses and organisations in the public and private sectors.

My principal sphere of expertise is in the area of learning performance, and the assessment of ability, achievement and capacity. I am able to offer advice as to study skills, revision methods and exam related issues including the provision of psychological evidence to support applications for exam special arrangements, and contribute professional advice on cases within the domain of SEND Tribunals and medico/legal contexts.

The information contained within this website is designed to familiarise you with the broad elements of Dyslexia, its symptoms and features, what Dyslexia North can offer you, and why you should choose to seek help and advice through this service.

Should you need any questions answering or further information please telephone Rick Portsmouth on
07742 597208 or use the contact form.