Is this a home-schooling centre?
No, Excel Read and Learn Centres provide remedial sessions to learners 1 hour once a week (or more if needed).
How long is a lesson?
The reading lessons are composed of a one-hour instructional period, divided into two segments. During the initial half-hour, students utilize the Excel reading program on computers, allowing for the monitoring of their individual reading abilities. In the subsequent half-hour, students transition to a dedicated classroom known as the skills room. In this environment, they engage in various activities such as spelling exercises, phonics practice, and interactive reading sessions led by the teacher. This comprehensive approach aims to foster language development and enhance overall literacy skills among the students.
How do I know if Excel Read and Learn will benefit my child?
If you can answer “Yes” to any of the following questions relating to your child, then our program is what your child needs:
– Does your child struggle with the following when reading?
• Reversal of letters, for example ‘b’ and ‘d’
• Reading of sight words – can read it today, but tomorrow it seems more difficult.
• Reading the first part or letter of the word and then make up their own word
– Is your child a Daydreamer?
– Do they only write parts of words, leaving out syllables?
– Omitting syllables – either beginning, middle or end words.
– Do they have poor Pen or Pencil grip?
– Do they struggle with Letter formation?
– Find it difficult staying on the lines when writing?
– Does your child struggle with Comprehension?
– Does your child struggle with the following when writing?
• Reversal of letters, for example ‘b’ and ‘d’
– Have you ever noticed your child experiencing dyslexia symptoms?
– Have any teachers complained about task completion?
– Does your child struggle to focus and concentrate?
– Does your child struggle to sit still and complete the task at hand?
How much are school fees?
We have a fixed monthly fee of R550 per month.
How do I know if my child is a visual learner?
Visual learners are learners who think and read in pictures therefore the reading of sight words is sometimes difficult. The Excel Read and Learn representative in your area will perform an informal evaluation to determine weaknesses and strong areas of the learner.
Will Excel Read and Learn enhance speed reading?
Not necessarily, this is not a speed-reading course, it will however assist a learner to read more fluently with a much higher level of comprehension.
How old must my child be to enrol with Excel and Learn?
We work with learners from grade 0 to grade 12 in both English and Afrikaans.
My child already excels at school and wants to acquire higher grades, will Excel Read and Learn be the program to follow?
No, it is intended for learners who really struggle with reading, handwriting, spelling, comprehension, etc.