Qualifications
BA (hons) SEN and Inclusive Education PGCE QTS
Masters in SpLD Dyslexia at UCL
Glynda Cullen is a highly experienced specialist teacher, certified dyslexia assessor, executive function specialist, speaker, and trainer supporting children, families, and schools across Kent, London, Surrey, Sussex, and the South East.
As the founder of Guiding Star Dyslexia, Glynda provides comprehensive diagnostic dyslexia assessments, consultancy for schools on specialist literacy intervention, and executive function coaching for children and young people experiencing difficulties with reading, spelling, writing, organisation, working memory, and study skills. Her assessments follow current professional guidelines and provide detailed recommendations to support educational progress both at home and in school.
Alongside her assessment work, Glynda delivers engaging and practical dyslexia training for schools, teacher CPD, and workshops on executive functioning, literacy development, working memory, reading comprehension, and supporting pupils with SEND. She is passionate about helping educators understand the cognitive processes that underpin learning and providing evidence-based strategies that improve outcomes for children with dyslexia.
Glynda is recognised for translating complex research into practical, classroom-ready solutions that empower both educators and families.