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Middlesex County, MA Dyslexia Resources

Two free dyslexia tutoring centers, learning evaluations, a specialized day school and district reading programs.

More about dyslexia help in Middlesex County

Free tutoring centers in Lowell and Newtonville require an outside evaluation for admission. Other local options include private learning evaluations, Carroll School and Arlington's reported reading programs.

Dyslexia testing, tutoring and support in Middlesex County

Local help. Pick what you need.

Get tested

School testing is free. Clinics add detail.

Neuropsychology and Education Services for Children and Adolescents (opens in a new tab)

Child and adult learning evaluations in Newton, Hingham and Plainville; fees and insurance vary.

Paid
Call 617-658-9800

Schools for dyslexia in Middlesex County

Each one has a documented reading program. Ask to see it.

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  • Dyslexia school

    Carroll School(opens in a new tab)

    Lincoln · Grades 1-9

    Day school for grades 1-9 using Orton-Gillingham; need-based tuition assistance available.

    Financial aid
  • Dyslexia school

    Willow Hill School(opens in a new tab)

    Sudbury · Grades 6-12

    Grades 6-12 in Sudbury for students with language-based learning disabilities, ADHD, and related needs.

    Financial aid
  • Public district

    Arlington Public Schools(opens in a new tab)

    Arlington

    District-reported Fundations in K-3 and Wilson Reading System in grade 6.

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Go-to contacts for Middlesex County

State and regional offices that serve Middlesex County.

  • Free parent help

    Federation for Children with Special Needs

    Free special education information, workshops, and referrals for Massachusetts families.

    Free
    Call 617-236-7210Website

  • State dyslexia guidance

    Massachusetts Dyslexia Guidelines and Resources

    Official guidance on dyslexia screening, instruction, accommodations and school evaluations.

    Free
    Website

  • Special education office

    Massachusetts Special Education Planning and Policy

    Official special education information, IEP resources, and ways to resolve disagreements with a school.

    Free
    Call 781-338-3375Website

More go-to contacts

Reading in Middlesex County

Adults in the county; students across Massachusetts.

4th graders reading at Proficient

Public schools. The Nation's Report Card (NAEP), 2024

Massachusetts40%
Whole U.S.30%

8th graders reading at Proficient

Public schools. The Nation's Report Card (NAEP), 2024

Massachusetts40%
Whole U.S.29%

Adults who struggle to read

Ages 16 to 74 at or below Level 1 in a national adult skills survey (PIAAC), data through 2017

Middlesex County12.8%
Whole U.S.21.8%

NAEP Proficient is a high bar, not the same as “on grade level.” Adult figures are model estimates. Sources: The Nation’s Report Card and the U.S. PIAAC Skills Map, both from NCES.

See reading scores in every state

More dyslexia help in Massachusetts

Laws, steps, and statewide help.

Massachusetts dyslexia guideThe law, the steps to get help, and statewide contacts.

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