Literacy Intervention (Years 1–8)

Some students need more than classroom instruction to develop strong reading and writing skills. At Jess Manton Specialist Education Services, we provide tailored, evidence-based support for students in Years 1 to 8 who are finding reading and writing challenging, or haven’t made the progress they need just yet.

Our sessions are designed to make learning feel manageable and achievable, especially for students who benefit from calm, structured teaching and more time to build skills step by step.

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WHAt We do

We use a mix of proven approaches to suit each student’s needs. Every child is different and so is the way we support them.

Our work is grounded in the Multisensory Structured Language (MSL) approach and supported by tools and programs such as:

Morphology-based instruction – to build understanding of word parts and meaning

REWARDS® Intermediate– to build fluency with multisyllabic words and improve vocabulary

Writing Matters by William Van Cleave – to strengthen sentence structure and grammar

Writer’s Toolbox – to support clear, organised writing across different subjects

Seven Steps to Writing Success – to break writing down into manageable, engaging techniques

Sessions are explicit, cumulative and skills focused. They are designed to teach literacy in a way that makes sense to the student and builds real confidence. We also incorporate game-based activities to keep learning fun and engaging.

one-to-one or 2:1 support

We offer two types of support:

Private (1:1) sessions

From $127 per session

50 minutes (plus home practice guidance)

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Semi-private (2:1) sessions

$90 per session

50 minutes (plus home practice guidance)

Students are paired based on age, similar literacy goals and pace

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Both options include regular monitoring of progress, tailored lesson planning and take-home ideas to keep learning going between sessions.

What to Expect?

We begin with an initial diagnostic assessment, which gives us a clear snapshot of your child’s current skills in:

Reading (decoding and fluency)

Spelling (encoding)

Phonological and phonemic awareness

Sentence construction and writing (if appropriate)

You’ll receive a written plan with suggestions and recommendations for intervention, including whether one-to-one or semi private support would be most suitable.

Calm, clear and consistent teaching

We understand that many of our students arrive feeling behind, unsure, or tired of trying. We teach in a way that is steady, predictable and respectful of each child’s pace and learning profile. There’s no rushing; just small, achievable steps with regular feedback and ongoing encouragement.

MSL is an evidence-based approach to literacy instruction designed for students who benefit from highly structured, explicit teaching. It is especially suited to students with reading and spelling difficulties, including those with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. MSL lessons are:

Direct and explicit – each concept is taught clearly and intentionally
Systematic and sequential – instruction follows a planned order that builds from simple to more complex skills
Cumulative – new learning builds on what’s already been taught
Multisensory – students use visual, auditory, and tactile-kinesthetic strategies to connect spoken and written language
Diagnostic and responsive – sessions are tailored based on the student’s progress and needs

MSL focuses on the foundational elements of reading and spelling, including phonemic awareness, sound-symbol correspondence, syllable structure, morphology, syntax, and semantics. It is recognised as a therapeutic approach because it addresses the underlying processing challenges many students face—not just surface-level symptoms—and supports lasting change in literacy development.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Testimonial

Jess is incredible! Three of my children have have benefited from her support. My 11 and 13yo improved their spelling and writing confidence. My 7yo loves going to see Jess. Jess gets to know the kids and designs her programs to work with their interests. Her approach is gentle, inclusive and fun.

Victoria

Jessica is flexible, caring, kind and fun. She connects with her students and sets them up for success with her professionalism. Jessica is very approachable, down to earth and knowledgeable, and has made the journey of navigating the HSC a lot smoother. The improved results throughout the course of Jessica’s tuition, have been the proof in the pudding.

Hayley

Jessica has been an incredible help to my son who struggles in literacy. We have been having sessions with Jessica for over a year and I highly recommend her services. She is patience, kind and passionate about what she does.