Dyslexia screening can transform a young person’s education by identifying needs early and matching support to strengths. In this episode, influencer Ami Charlize shares how her diagnosis, early intervention and creative outlets turned a difficult school experience into a launchpad for success.

Who Is Ami Charlize, and Why Her Story Resonates

Ami Charlize is a British content creator with millions of followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. She started making videos at nine and now uses her platform to champion dyslexia awareness. She recalls feeling lost at school from Year 2 onwards, unable to retain words while classmates raced ahead. This mirrors the experience of many children whose learning differences go unnoticed or unsupported. Her openness normalises dyslexia and models self-advocacy for her young audience.

Unlocking Confidence Through Tailored Support

Once diagnosed, Ami gained an iPad, extra exam time and targeted lessons, making a striking difference to her performance. It also clarified she was a visual and auditory learner who excelled at sport and dance but needed multisensory teaching for literacy. This underscores the power of early intervention and tailored support, not just for reading but also for executive function and memory.

How Early Intervention Transformed Her School Experience 

Early intervention brought inclusion. Specialist lessons, extra time in exams and adaptive tech gave Ami the chance to perform on equal footing. She describes how her self-esteem rebounded once she stopped hiding her laptop or skipping extra time out of embarrassment. This shows that early intervention is not just academic, it is emotional, nurturing a sense of belonging. Schools can apply this by ensuring pupils take up adjustments without stigma and by showcasing role models who do the same.  

What Schools and Teachers Can Learn From Her Journey

Across three schools, Ami noticed only one specialist teacher in each. The rest lacked training in dyslexia and dyscalculia. She advocates mandatory SEN training during teacher induction and ongoing CPD so all staff can spot needs and adjust lessons. For schools, the takeaway is clear: act early, normalise screening, and provide universal design strategies (visual aids, chunked instructions, multimodal delivery) so no child feels “othered.”

How Social Media Can Accelerate Dyslexia Awareness

For Ami, social platforms were initially an escape from bullying but became a megaphone for advocacy. By sharing her story, she helps followers feel “less alone” and creates a feedback loop of disclosure and support.

Conclusion & Resources  

Ami Charlize’s journey shows that early intervention and embracing cognitive strengths can turn school struggles into life-long assets. Her story urges schools and parents to act sooner, train more widely and celebrate neurodiversity.

For educators and leaders ready to take the next step, listen to the full episode below, explore Talamo’s accessible and affordable screener, and review our SENCO success stories to see how other schools are leading the way on our Blog.