Empowering Students with Specialised Learning Support
Like a seed that needs the right soil and sunlight to thrive, every student can grow with the proper support, no matter how rocky the start.
At Sunshine Coast Learning Support, I understand that every learner has a unique path to success. With nearly 20 years of diverse classroom experience across the United States and Australia, I specialise in supporting students who need additional support with English and Mathematics skills.
My approach is rooted in evidence-based, multi-sensory techniques that promote deep understanding and lasting academic success.
I am passionate about helping students with learning challenges, particularly those with dyslexia and dyscalculia. As an Orton-Gillingham instructor and multi-sensory Mathematics specialist, I provide personalised one-on-one and small group learning support in English and Mathematics for primary and high school students.
My use of technology sets me apart from other learning support specialists and tutors. I am able to utilise Forbrain® headsets during sessions to help students focus and process information better, and I am currently training to become a certified Tomatis® practitioner. This would allow me to offer further support for individuals using sound therapy techniques. Growing research suggests the Tomatis Method® has numerous potential benefits in the areas of communication and language development, autism, dyslexia, attention, anxiety, and motor coordination.
I am passionate about teaching, and aim to empower students with the tools and strategies they need to build confidence and thrive academically, regardless of their challenges.
Individualised Options
Skill Enhancement
Weekly, tailored education support is designed to strengthen foundational skills in Mathematics and English. These individual or small-group sessions focus on building confidence and competence for academic enrichment or reinforcing core concepts.
Some example sessions are:
Persuasive, Narrative, and Expository Writing
Addition and Subtraction Regrouping
Multiplication and Division Concepts
Homeschool Support
Personalised support for homeschooling families with customised learning plans that align with your curriculum to ensure a well-rounded educational experience. I collaborate with homeschooling families, offering tailored support that complements home education. I help identify learning styles, provide subject-specific guidance, and support children with additional needs like dyslexia, dyscalculia or ADHD. I support families by building confidence, strengthening study skills, and offering strategies to help with your child’s progress. Ultimately, I work alongside families to create a more effective and enjoyable learning experience.
Intensive Tutoring
Focused, structured sessions are for individual or small groups of students with learning differences, including dyslexia and dyscalculia. These sessions provide multi-sensory tools and strategies for overcoming challenges and achieving academic success.
For the most effective results, these intensive lessons are scheduled 3-4 times each week for 55 minutes per session. This schedule allows for consistent progress, reinforcement of key concepts, and individualised attention, helping students develop the skills they need to succeed academically and beyond.
Tomatis® Method
The Tomatis® Method is a revolutionary listening and neurostimulation technique designed to enhance cognitive, emotional, and motor skills by training the brain through the ear. Widely used to support students with learning difficulties, attention challenges, language development, and sensory processing issues, this method potentially helps improve focus, memory, communication, and overall academic performance.
I'm currently completing my certification as a Tomatis® Practitioner, and I’m excited to soon offer this evidence-based approach to support students on their learning journey. If you're curious about how the Tomatis® Method could benefit your child or want to learn more, I’d love to hear from you. Feel free to express your interest or ask any questions.
Connect Today
Whether your child needs help with English, Mathematics, or both, Sunshine Coast Learning Support provides personalised support and guidance. Reach out to learn more about how my specialised tutoring can make a difference in your child’s learning journey.
Convenient Location
I'm based near Matthew Flinders, Siena, Sunshine Coast Grammar, Buderim Mountain, Chevallum, and Kuluin schools. It may also be possible for me to offer sessions at your child’s school if that works better for you. I look forward to speaking with you soon!
Penny Ravenscroft
“Thank you so much for the gentle, smiley, and calm way you have managed/taught/loved Jesse this year. He loves you a lot, and I have been in awe of how you seem to sail along so beautifully and in such a classy way!”
Vicki Rutch
“We are so thankful that Will has been able to have this year with you and has been able to experience your passionate, dynamic and full-of-life teaching style. Your kindness, gentleness and understanding have allowed him to feel so comfortable. We also acknowledge the burden of the diverse needs, including Will's, that you manage daily. We know that you make learning an adventure, and Will has grown so passionate this year about what he is learning. He comes home most days excited for something he has learned and with so many more questions!”
Nancy Ford
Ms. Francis “has an outstanding reputation at the school, and is well-known and respected by the students, parents, staff, and administration...She is adept at adapting the curriculum and her teaching style to meet the unique learning styles of all children...I highly recommend Ms. Francis. Her energy, passion, and commitment to teaching children will be greatly appreciated by your students and parents. Ms. Francis has made a lasting impression on our children.”
Dr Esther Silvers
"Ms. Francis established herself as the writing guru and became a key member of our faculty...An area where Mary Grace excels is in teaching ESOL or special education students...Ms. Francis has initiative, personal motivation, and is a strong role model.”
Contact
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