Meet your trainer

Lynn Lovell

Lynn is the Head of Professional Standards at the British Dyslexia Association, where she promotes high standards in the assessment and support of individuals with specific learning difficulties through guidance, professional development, and evidence-informed practice.

She began her career as a teaching assistant before becoming a specialist teacher across secondary, further and higher education; she has also served as an Acting SENCo. Lynn holds an MA in Specific Learning Difficulties, with research focusing on self-esteem in individuals with dyslexia. She is an experienced assessor of dyslexia and dyscalculia and is passionate about improving outcomes for individuals who face barriers to learning.