Irlen Diagnostic Clinic Newcastle Australia

Irlen Diagnostic Clinic Newcastle Australia Helping children and adults with visual processing difficulties creating challenges with reading, learning, headache/migraine and light sensitivity.

Supports children and adults who are struggling with reading and writing, headaches, fatigue and concentration.

If I'm Dyslexic, Could it be from Irlen Syndrome? How Many boxes below do you tick?
02/03/2026

If I'm Dyslexic, Could it be from Irlen Syndrome?
How Many boxes below do you tick?

28/02/2026

🤯Imagine trying to read when the text is doing this!
🤷‍♀️How could you possibly learn the words or read anything!
😵‍💫This is what it is like for some people with Irlen Syndrome!
🤔Some people think this is normal!
😟If you or your child are having difficulty reading, maybe it's how the print looks!

Book an Irlen Screening Today!

Are you trying to teach your pre-schooler to write their name and they won't even try? 📝Are they reluctant to even hold ...
27/02/2026

Are you trying to teach your pre-schooler to write their name and they won't even try? 📝
Are they reluctant to even hold a pencil?
Do they avoid colouring in?
Do they copy/write letters and/or numbers backwards?
Are you worried how they will manage at school? 😟
Maybe the white paper is the problem?
Perhaps they can't see clearly on the white paper, or it hurts their eyes. 😵
Try different coloured paper or cardboard, it just might be the key. 😊

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SO WHAT'S INVOLVED IN IRLEN TESTING?STEP 1. Irlen Screening appointment which is a one hour appointment and includes a ...
26/02/2026

SO WHAT'S INVOLVED IN IRLEN TESTING?
STEP 1. Irlen Screening appointment which is a one hour appointment and includes a set of diagnostic measuring tools based around black print and white paper which determines symptoms as well as severity of the symptoms.
This testing also involves the trial of a number of different coloured overlay film which reduces which wavelengths of light are reflected off the page and into the eyes. Improvements in reading, comfort and also for school aged children handwriting are measured when using the overlay compared with white paper.
STEP 2. A further appointment is then booked to determine the precise tint for some spectral filters which will be worn as glasses. This colour is often different to the overlay colour as they filter by refracted light rather than reflected light. This is a 2 hour appointment involving reading, as well as observation of body language and reporting by the client of how the lenses are helping.
The client does not look into a machine to determine the colour, they hold the lenses to their eyes exactly as if they were in glasses. This method gives the most accurate outcome, in determining the best tint.

If you would like more information regarding the testing process or if an Irlen test may benefit you, send us a DM or give us a call on 4955 6904.

Can you Grow Out of Irlen Syndrome? Unfortunately not.Irlen Syndrome is a neurological condition and is not something th...
25/02/2026

Can you Grow Out of Irlen Syndrome?
Unfortunately not.
Irlen Syndrome is a neurological condition and is not something that you can grow out of, nor can it be cured.
Children should wear their lenses for their entire schooling period, including tertiary education, even after they learn to read. This is because without their specifically tinted lenses their brain is working harder than it should and they will not be achieving academically to the best of their ability.
Many children tell their parents that don’t “NEED” their lenses anymore because they feel they can read just as well without them. While this may be true, there are still deficits in concentration, comprehension, headaches and fatigue management.
Children also think they don’t need the glasses anymore because they cease to work effectively. This is not because they have grown out of Irlen Syndrome, but have more likely grown out of their lens colour. As children grow their brains change and their academic requirements also increase and change. These changes often require an adjustment to the tinting to maintain optimal academic performance and relief of physical symptoms. Like anything that is dyed such s clothing, the colour of the lenses can fade over time and this will also reduce their effectiveness.
For these reasons a recheck is recommended every 12-18months.

Is your child unhappy at school? Do they refuse to go or is it a struggle every day? Do they call themselves dumb or stu...
24/02/2026

Is your child unhappy at school?
Do they refuse to go or is it a struggle every day?
Do they call themselves dumb or stupid?
Are there tears and temper tantrums at homework time?

Do you want to change the Situation?

Get them tested for Irlen Syndrome.

It's just a difficulty in visual processing which affects the way they see the words on the page, creates headaches, fatigue and sore eyes.
Improvement and happiness at school can be as simple as wearing a pair of glasses with coloured lenses which let them see the world clearer and more comfortably.

Send us a DM more information

This is so common that most people think "it's just me, that's how I am"! But it doesn't happen for everyone and it can ...
23/02/2026

This is so common that most people think "it's just me, that's how I am"! But it doesn't happen for everyone and it can be helped by wearing Irlen Spectral Filters that are specific for each person's difficulties. Go to www.irlendyslexia.com for more information on light-induced headaches and migraines.

VISUAL PATHWAYS from your eyes to your Visual Cortex is complex. For people with Irlen Syndrome, this complexity is incr...
23/02/2026

VISUAL PATHWAYS from your eyes to your Visual Cortex is complex. For people with Irlen Syndrome, this complexity is increased because their brain is unable to process the full spectrum of visible light that enters our eyes, particularly when reading black print on a white background. They can experience distortions, discomfort, headaches and a lack of concentration. They can have perfect eyesight, and they DO NOT know that what they see is different from what others see, so it is a HIDDEN disability. HAVE YOU EVER ASKED YOUR CHILD HOW THE WORDS LOOK? 🤔 www.irlendyslexia.com

🌟 Think you might be dyslexic? It could actually be Irlen Syndrome! 🧠📚 This visual processing condition can often be mis...
23/02/2026

🌟 Think you might be dyslexic? It could actually be Irlen Syndrome! 🧠📚 This visual processing condition can often be mistaken for dyslexia, but it requires a different approach. If you're struggling with reading, print moving, headaches or focusing, let's explore what Irlen Syndrome is all about! Our team at the Irlen Diagnostic Clinic Newcastle is here to help you see the world more clearly. 💙✨

Is reading upsetting for your child? Do they try really hard but don't improve? Do they have trouble completing tasks su...
23/02/2026

Is reading upsetting for your child?
Do they try really hard but don't improve?
Do they have trouble completing tasks such as worksheets and copying?
Have they done Multi-lit, Mini-Lit or Tutoring but gone no where?

Maybe it's Visual Processing Dirsorder?

Contact the Irlen Clinic for more information or to make an appointment.
www.irlendyslexia.com

LOOKING FOR COLOURED PAPER EXERCISE BOOKS? Irlen Diagnostic Clinic Newcastle supplies coloured paper exercise books for ...
21/02/2026

LOOKING FOR COLOURED PAPER EXERCISE BOOKS?

Irlen Diagnostic Clinic Newcastle supplies coloured paper exercise books for people suffering from Irlen Syndrome, Visual Stress or Dyslexia, or those who just want a more comfortable writing experience than white paper.

All books are A4 size.

We also have grid books, handwriting and large line spacing for the littlies.

Can't find the colour you're looking for, send us a message we may be able to obtain. (Limited Order No. Required)

Visit our store or send us a DM if you can't find what you are looking for.

https://www.irlendyslexia.com/store/

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136 Nelson Street
Wallsend, NSW
2287

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Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm

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