Parent Stories
Honest stories from parents whose children have been through the Neuron Learning programmes — and the changes they saw in reading, learning, confidence and focus.
The story that started it for us
As she moved up through classes, the gap between her and her peers grew, and her self-esteem became very low — she'd started to give up altogether. This programme has changed her outlook for the better. She has now re-found a love of learning.
In their own words
A gallery of the moments that told parents things were truly changing.
“On his own accord, David listened to a Harry Potter book — something he was never able to do before. On Saturday he finished the whole book, 7 hours without any breaks. It was like a miracle to see him so wrapped up in it.”
Petra
Parent of David
“Before, her reading was slow and lacked fluency, and she had little confidence. Five months in, her fluency, comprehension and enjoyment have improved hugely — and it shows in her schoolwork.”
Anne's parent
On five months of the programme
“James is dyslexic and at 7 was struggling — he couldn't even recognise simple sight words. The exercises strengthened his reasoning, memory and listening, and his reading skills have developed considerably.”
Karen Bluff
Mum of James, 7
“There is a marked improvement in Emma's confidence. She has a clearer grasp of English, and she really enjoyed the programmes — she didn't find it a chore at all!”
David Cotter
Parent of Emma
“Her concentration and spelling ability have definitely improved, and so has her interest in learning in general. Working through the summer was extremely beneficial before her Junior Cert year.”
An Marie Kern
Mum of Danielle
“The word ‘fail' was never even thought of. Their concentration and all other aspects of schoolwork improved fantastically — they did very well in assessments and are going forward full of confidence.”
Finola Keohane
Mum of twin sons, 12
“Thank you for all your help over the past year. Tadhg has benefited greatly from the four programmes. Best wishes for the future — enjoy the summer.”
Kathleen Dalton
Parent of Tadhg
“Great programs from Neuron Learning to help improve student's attention and literacy at the same time. Professional service for parents and schools.”
Mary O Dowd
Parent
“As a mother and an autism studies graduate I can not rate this program highly enough. It did exactly what it promised, and more. Fantastic! The help and support was first class.”
Michelle Carey
Parent · Autism studies graduate
“This programme really works! We signed our 10 yr old son, who has APD, and saw changes within a couple of weeks. His comprehension, attention, memory and articulation all improved — and he now loves the Reading Assistant too.”
Esther McDermott
Mum of a 10-year-old with APD
“Fast ForWord has been transformational for my severely dyslexic son. He is now in his final year before university — predicted 3 A's. He arrived at secondary at the bottom of everything and has steadily improved. He's now an ambassador for younger children starting the programme. Thank you — please take this as a message of what can be achieved.”
Polly Newport
Parent of a dyslexic son
“This is the most documented programme for English Language Learning and Learning Interventions that I've ever met. I've used it for 5 years with my students and seen excellent results — I recommend it to any English teacher, student or speech therapist.”
Costin Sorici
English teacher
“Neuron Learning offers an excellent service with friendly, helpful advice. As a Fast ForWord provider, regular webinars keep me updated with the latest information so I can continue to help those with language and literacy challenges. Keep up the great work.”
Karen Wexelstein
Fast ForWord provider
“We have been very impressed with the impact of the Fast ForWord programme on our students. We observed improvements in attention, listening, processing and literacy, and many pupils demonstrated increased confidence and perseverance. A valuable addition to our special education provision — we'd recommend it to any school seeking an evidence-based intervention.”
Special Education Teacher
Name withheld · Primary school
Why parents keep telling us
From slow and hesitant to fluent, and reading for the joy of it — like David finishing a whole book in one sitting.
Children who'd started to give up re-find a love of learning and a real interest in schoolwork again.
Self-esteem rebuilt — kids who said ‘I can't' go forward full of confidence in themselves.
Stronger concentration and spelling, and the stamina to apply themselves to their own work.
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