Tailored Educational Support for Every Child
Specialist tutoring and assessment for ages 3-18, in Cascais and online worldwide
Services
At The Bright and the Curious, I offer a comprehensive range of educational support services, each delivered with expertise, care, and a commitment to your child's individual needs.
Literacy & Dyslexia Tutoring
Transforming reading and writing challenges into confident communication skills.
My literacy tutoring sessions are designed to build strong foundations in reading, writing, and comprehension. Using proven multisensory techniques, I make literacy accessible and enjoyable for every learner. Available in person in Cascais and online for families anywhere in the world.
What to Expect
- •One-to-one sessions tailored to your child's specific needs.
- •Structured, sequential approach to reading and writing development.
- •Multisensory activities that engage visual, auditory, and kinaesthetic learning channels.
- •Regular progress updates and home practice recommendations.
- •Focus on both skill building and confidence development.
Ideal for children who
- •Struggle with reading fluency or comprehension.
- •Have difficulties with spelling or writing.
- •Show signs of dyslexia or other literacy challenges.
- •Need to build confidence in their communication abilities.
- •Would benefit from a personalised approach to literacy.
Maths Tutoring
Building numerical confidence through understanding, not memorisation.
My maths tutoring transforms anxiety into confidence by focusing on conceptual understanding and practical application. I use hands-on, visual approaches that make mathematical concepts concrete and accessible. Available in person in Cascais and online for families anywhere in the world.
What to Expect
- •Personalised sessions that target your child's specific mathematical needs.
- •Concrete materials and visual models to build strong conceptual foundations.
- •Strategies for tackling problem solving with confidence.
- •Connections between classroom learning and real-world applications.
- •Focus on developing a positive mathematical mindset.
Ideal for children who
- •Experience anxiety around numbers or mathematical concepts.
- •Need support with specific mathematical skills or topics.
- •Would benefit from alternative approaches to traditional maths instruction.
- •Need to build confidence in their mathematical abilities.
- •Require additional support with school mathematics curriculum.
Literacy Assessments
A complete picture of your child's reading and writing development.
My literacy assessments provide a detailed overview of your child's skills across all aspects of literacy, identifying specific areas for targeted support and development. Available in person in Cascais and online for families anywhere in the world.
What to Expect
- •Comprehensive evaluation of reading accuracy, fluency, and comprehension.
- •Assessment of spelling, writing, and language processing skills.
- •Analysis of phonological awareness and processing abilities.
- •Detailed written report with specific findings.
- •Actionable recommendations for continued literacy development.
Ideal for children who
- •Are experiencing specific challenges with reading or writing.
- •Need baseline measurements to track progress over time.
- •Would benefit from targeted literacy intervention.
- •Need a comprehensive overview of their literacy development.
- •Require specific strategies for home and school support.
Dyslexia Assessments
Professional insight into your child's learning profile.
My comprehensive dyslexia assessments provide valuable insights into how your child processes language and literacy skills. These assessments identify strengths and challenges, leading to targeted recommendations for support. Available in person in Cascais and online for families anywhere in the world.
What to Expect
- •Thorough evaluation using professional assessment tools.
- •Detailed examination of reading, writing, and processing skills.
- •Comprehensive written report outlining findings.
- •Specific recommendations for home and school support.
- •Post-assessment consultation to explain results and next steps.
Ideal for children who
- •Show persistent difficulties with reading despite appropriate instruction.
- •Demonstrate a gap between verbal abilities and reading/writing skills.
- •Have a family history of dyslexia.
- •Would benefit from a clear understanding of their learning profile.
- •Need a detailed report to share with their school when discussing support or access arrangements.
My Approach
All services are delivered through one-to-one sessions, allowing for complete personalisation and focus on your child's individual needs. I create a supportive, encouraging environment where every achievement is celebrated and challenges are approached with patience and expertise.
Ready to Get Started?
Every journey begins with a conversation. Get in touch today to discuss your child's specific needs and how I can support their learning journey.