This Friday, we will come together to honour the life and legacy of Noel Duffy, a man whose passion, leadership and unwavering commitment to accessibility transformed lives.
At New College Worcester, a newly installed pedestrian crossing will be officially opened in Noel’s name, a lasting tribute that reflects his lifelong dedication to empowering people who are blind or vision impaired. This crossing will help students practise vital road-crossing skills safely and confidently for generations to come.
Noel was not only a Governor of NCW, but a champion for accessibility across the UK, a leader in assistive technology, and a tireless advocate for inclusion. Naming this crossing after him ensures his impact will continue to be felt every single day.
Friday 24 April
10:00am - 12:00pm
New College Worcester
Free event - everyone welcome
For more information, please visit /events/the-official-opening-of-the-noel-duffy-pedestrian-crossing/
We're Finalists!
Dolphin is delighted to be announced as a Finalist for Small Business of the Year at the @h_w_chamber Business Awards 2026.
As we celebrate 40 years of creating assistive technology that supports vision impaired people to read, learn and work with confidence, this recognition means a great deal to our whole team. It reflects the dedication and expertise that drives us, and the commitment we share to making workplaces, schools and homes more accessible.
A huge thank you to the Chamber, and congratulations to all the fantastic finalists across the region. We’re proud to be in such inspiring company.
Why make reading accessible in classrooms?
71% of dyslexic pupils showed improvement in reading
70% of pupils improved their writing
68% improved their confidence
71% improved their level of achievement
100% of teachers saved time by having a central repository of accessible texts.
Accessible reading material is a gateway to reading for so many neurodivergent young people. Access to books, which can be read, studied and enjoyed in ways that work for the reader has a profound impact on students' education and wellbeing.
Accessibility removes barriers for neurodivergent students and students with other SEND requirements. It means they can read, learn and enjoy books at the same time as their peers. It doesn't take anything away from neurotypical students, it simply ensures everyone starts with the same opportunities.
If you would like to see these sort of improvements and outcomes for the neurodivergent students in your school, introduce EasyReader Education in your setting: /EasyReader/Education
These figures come from the DfE study 'Accessible Resources Pilot Project' /hubfs/5163272/EasyReader%20Premium/Final%20Report.pdf which investigated the benefits of accessible resources for UK students, and led to the RNIB Bookshare Education Collection and Dolphin EasyReader.
#NCW2026 #Neurodiversity #Dyslexia
Webinar tomorrow 4pm: Making Exams Accessible
Register now at the Dolphin website
Join Dolphin, VIEW, Communicate-ed and college graduate Iona Wilkinson for a practical webinar packed with guidance on improving exam accessibility for learners with vision impairments.
If you’re a #QTVI, specialist educator or #SEND professional this webinar will help you prepare your vision impaired students for exam success.
#blind #VI
Free Webinar: A Week Today!
Join Dolphin Computer Access on Wed 21st Jan, 4pm GMT for Building Teacher Confidence in Assistive Technology for SEND.
Hear from:
Sydney May - Blind AT user & advocate
Jess Fogarty - Supporting independence in learners
Mark Rice - Practical AT classroom tips
For QTVIs, SENCOs, teachers & education leaders. Grab strategies, resources & ideas to boost inclusive learning.
Register now to secure your place.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3517677036730/WN_sZJAPpmISHGzTUe-dfTo1Q
Festive Support Hours Update
Our UK Support and Sales lines will be closed for a festive break from 5pm on 23rd December.
We’ll be back and ready to help from 8:30am on Friday 2nd January.
Self-service support is available throughout
• Use our online support resources
• SuperNova SMA or GuideConnect Upgrade Agreement customers can:
– Use the in-product “Ask a Question” feature
– Book a call-back, and we’ll contact you when we return
Thank you for your understanding, and we wish you a wonderful festive period!
The new ‘Ask a Question’ feature in GuideConnect Help puts support right at your fingertips. It provides instant answers inside GuideConnect, without having to read a manual or make a phone call.
Simply type your question about any GuideConnect task or feature, and clear step‑by‑step guidance appears straight away.
This means:
- You stay independent.
- You spend less time searching, and more time enjoying GuideConnect.
- You can explore new features confidently.
Whether you want to add birthdays to your calendar, find your podcasts list, or adjust the voice speed, GuideConnect in‑product Help is ready to guide you every step of the way.
Visit the Dolphin website and run a free trial now to find out how GuideConnect increases your independence!
Do you use the EasyReader App? We would like to hear from you.
We are looking for feedback from people who use EasyReader or EasyReader Personal. Your experience helps us improve the app and continue supporting readers with dyslexia, vision impairments, and other reading or learning needs.
Share your feedback using the link below:
/easyreader-review-request
If you prefer, you can leave a review in your app store or contact us directly at [email protected]
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with EasyReader.
Getting help with GuideConnect has never been easier.
The new Help Menu lets you simply type a question and receive instant guidance on any feature. Whether you want to know how to add a birthday to your calendar, adjust the voice speed, or find a podcast, GuideConnect gives clear instructions so you can stay independent and in control.
Try it for yourself with a free 30-day trial and see how GuideConnect can make everyday tasks simpler and more accessible: /GuideConnect
SuperNova is more than assistive technology, it’s a tool that helps people with visual impairments succeed in education, work, and business. By combining screen magnification, speech, screen reading, and braille support, SuperNova enables users to access information independently and achieve their goals.
As Iona Wilkinson says:
"My exams were transformed by the SuperNova Education Kit."
With SuperNova, Iona went from not expecting to do well to passing her GCSEs, and completing college whilst achieving a triple distinction. Whether in the classroom, at work, or running a business, SuperNova helps people reach their full potential.
Find out how SuperNova can support your success: /SuperNova
Supporting family members or friends with age‑related sight loss?
GuideConnect enables older people with sight loss to send emails, browse websites, read books and connect with others - with spoken guidance and easy controls.
Learn how GuideConnect helps:
We know that age-related sight loss can feel overwhelming and technology should never add to that worry - it should make life easier.
That’s why we created GuideConnect - assistive technology that makes computers easy to use, so older people with sight loss can stay independent, confident and connected.
Families tell us that GuideConnect helps their loved ones with sight loss do everyday tasks on their computer - independently. From sending emails and letters, to navigating websites and staying in touch with friends, GuideConnect offers confidence and connection.
Try GuideConnect free today and see how it makes a difference.
