With this multi-sensory method, students engage themselves as learners visually, auditorally and kinesthetically. The learning sequence is systematic and takes the student step by step from basic concepts that progress to more complex language developments. Through recognizing phonemes and their sounds, students learn to transfer this knowledge to reading and writing activities. Students internalize their learning and gain confidence in themselves as being capable learners. Students learn at their own pace and benefit from the frequent review and practice that is required. They build the confidence that will enable them to attempt a challenge and reach for higher heights as a learner.

Through the integration of teaching practices and the collaboration of teachers and tutors, the child benefits as guided reading and writing strategies enhance the program to better meet the students need. As new ways of assessing student’s learning are being developed within the Orton-Gillingham approach to enhance its effectiveness, the child will have the best of both worlds where their needs are assessed and their interests are considered and stimulated.