We Offer the Wilson Reading System® Program to Struggling Readers
At Learnability, we offer the Wilson Reading System® (WRS), a structured literacy program designed for struggling readers. This evidence-based approach uses multisensory techniques to improve decoding and spelling skills, making it effective for students from grade 2 through adulthood.
Our program provides comprehensive Wilson Reading System® materials, ensuring that learners receive the support they need. We also empower educators and parents by offering free resources and specialized training.
Discover how Wilson Reading System® Certification can transform reading experiences for individuals facing literacy challenges.
What is The Wilson Reading System?
The Wilson Reading System (WRS) is a comprehensive, structured literacy program designed for individuals who struggle with reading and spelling, particularly those in grades two and above. Utilizing a multisensory approach based on Orton-Gillingham principles, WRS emphasizes phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. This evidence-based program provides explicit instruction to help learners decode and encode words effectively, making it suitable for students with language-based learning disabilities like dyslexia.
How Does it Work?
- Assessment: Identify the student's specific reading challenges through diagnostic assessments.
- Program Selection: Choose the Wilson Reading System (WRS) as the appropriate intervention based on the assessment results.
- Training: Ensure instructors are trained in the WRS methodology, which includes multisensory and systematic instruction.
- Lesson Planning: Develop lesson plans using the WRS curriculum, focusing on phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
- Implementation: Conduct lessons that follow the structured 12-step WRS process, incorporating controlled text for practice.
- Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess student progress and adjust instruction as needed to ensure mastery of skills.
- Continuous Support: Provide ongoing support and resources for both students and educators throughout the program duration.
We Help Early Learners Build Strong Foundations In Reading Mastery
At Learnability, we help early learners build strong foundations in reading mastery through targeted instruction and engaging materials. Our approach emphasizes phonemic awareness, decoding skills, and comprehension strategies, ensuring children develop confidence and a love for reading. By fostering essential literacy skills, we prepare young learners for academic success and lifelong learning.
Who Needs The Wilson Reading System Program?
The Wilson Reading System is ideal for individuals who struggle with reading and writing, including those with dyslexia, ADHD, or other learning disabilities needing structured support.
- Students with dyslexia
- Individuals with ADHD
- Struggling readers with learning disabilities
- Learners needing help with spelling and fluency
- Those needing personalized reading strategies
Why Choose The Learnability?
Choosing Learnability for the Wilson Reading System means selecting a proven, research-based approach to literacy. Our skilled instructors provide personalized, multisensory instruction tailored to each learner's needs. With access to extensive materials and ongoing support, we empower students to overcome reading challenges, build confidence, and achieve lasting success in their literacy journey. Experience exceptional results with our dedicated team!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Parents Ask — We Answer
My child is in 4th grade and still cannot read properly. Is it too late for the Wilson Reading System to help?
It is absolutely not too late. The Wilson Reading System is specifically designed for students in grades 2 through 12 — and adults — who are reading significantly below grade level. Many of the children who make the most dramatic progress with WRS are older students who have been struggling for years without the right support. The brain retains the ability to build new reading pathways at any age. While earlier intervention produces faster results, meaningful and lasting progress is absolutely achievable at any stage. At The Learnability, we have helped many children who arrived years behind and went on to read with real confidence.
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What is the Wilson Reading System and how is it different from what my child’s school is already doing?
The Wilson Reading System is an intensive, structured literacy program based on Orton-Gillingham principles. It teaches reading and spelling through a carefully sequenced 12-step system — starting from the most basic sounds and building step by step to complex words and connected text. Every lesson follows the same structured format and engages multiple senses simultaneously. This is fundamentally different from what most schools do. School reading instruction typically uses balanced literacy — which research shows is insufficient for children with dyslexia. WRS teaches every skill directly, explicitly, and in a planned sequence, leaving nothing to chance.
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My child reads very slowly and keeps forgetting words they have already learned. Could Wilson Reading System help?
Yes — and this is one of the most common profiles we see at The Learnability. Forgetting previously learned words and reading slowly despite practice are classic signs of weak phonological processing and poor automaticity — exactly what the Wilson Reading System is designed to address. WRS does not just teach children to recognise words temporarily. It systematically builds the automatic word recognition that fluent reading requires, through a cumulative approach where every previously learned skill is reviewed in every session. Many parents notice their child reading more consistently and automatically within a few months of regular WRS sessions.
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How intensive is the Wilson Reading System — how many sessions per week does my child actually need?
The Wilson Reading System is designed to be intensive. Research and programme guidelines recommend a minimum of two to three sessions per week for meaningful progress, with each session typically lasting 45 to 90 minutes. Children who attend more frequent sessions make faster progress — but even two sessions per week, maintained consistently over time, produce significant results. At The Learnability, our specialists will recommend the right session frequency based on your child’s current level and goals after an initial assessment.
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My child has an IEP at school. Will the Wilson Reading System work alongside their existing school support?
Yes — combining Wilson Reading System tutoring with school IEP support often produces the best outcomes. WRS complements school-based support by providing the intensive, one-on-one structured literacy instruction that most schools cannot deliver within a classroom setting. We work closely with families and can provide detailed progress reports that support IEP reviews and school meetings. We can also provide documentation to support SDP funding applications and school accommodation requests.
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Can the Wilson Reading System be delivered online — or does my child need to be with a tutor in person?
Yes — online delivery of the Wilson Reading System is effective when carried out by a trained specialist in a one-on-one format. At The Learnability, all of our WRS sessions are delivered online through live, personalised one-on-one sessions. Our tutors use interactive digital tools to replicate the full multisensory experience — including sound cards, letter tiles, controlled text reading, and dictation activities. Many families tell us their children are more focused and comfortable learning at home in their own environment.
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How long does the Wilson Reading System take to show results?
Many parents notice meaningful changes within 8 to 12 weeks of consistent Wilson Reading System sessions — not just in reading accuracy but in their child’s confidence and willingness to engage with reading. While every child’s progress is different and depends on the severity of their difficulties and the frequency of sessions, the Wilson Reading System has a strong track record of producing real, lasting results. At The Learnability, we monitor progress continuously and share regular updates so you always know exactly how your child is doing.
Contact The Learnability to find out what to expect for your child specifically.
How do I find out if Wilson Reading System is the right program for my child?
The Wilson Reading System is best suited for children who are reading significantly below grade level and whose difficulty is primarily caused by weak phonological processing and decoding. If your child also struggles with reading comprehension, they may also benefit from our Visualizing and Verbalizing program. The most reliable way to identify the right program is through a specialist assessment. Our WIST Assessment is specifically designed for Wilson Reading System students and will identify exactly where your child’s reading skills currently stand.
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Research and Program Questions
Is the Wilson Reading System evidence-based?
Yes. The Wilson Reading System is an evidence-based structured literacy program endorsed by the International Dyslexia Association and recognised by the What Works Clearinghouse. It is based on Orton-Gillingham principles — one of the most well-researched approaches to reading intervention available. Multiple studies have confirmed WRS effectiveness for students with dyslexia and other reading difficulties, particularly in phonological awareness, decoding, and spelling. At The Learnability, all of our tutoring is grounded in evidence-based structured literacy programs like WRS.
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At what reading level does the Wilson Reading System start — and is it suitable for my child’s age?
The Wilson Reading System starts at a foundational reading level — suitable for students reading at approximately a Grade 2 level or below, regardless of their actual age or grade. It is designed for students from Grade 2 through to adults, making it appropriate for a wide range of ages. A child does not need to be in Grade 2 to start — older students and teenagers reading below their grade level use the same programme from the beginning and make just as meaningful progress. At The Learnability, we assess every student’s current level before starting to ensure WRS begins at exactly the right point for them.
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