About Phillipa
About Phillipa Eagle: ADHD & Dyslexia Specialist, Advocate, and Author
Phillipa Eagle is a passionate advocate, literacy specialist, and author dedicated to helping children with Dyslexia and ADHD flourish. With over four decades of experience spanning primary, secondary, and tertiary education, she bridges the gap between classroom frustration and learning success. Phillipa empowers parents and teachers with practical guidance to rebuild self-image, restore confidence, and unlock the true potential in every neurodivergent child.
A Lived Experience: Understanding Neurodiversity from the Inside Out
Phillipa’s deep empathy for neurodivergent learners stems from her own childhood. Growing up as an inquisitive, creative, and chatty child, her school days were often baffling, marked by distractibility, challenges with focus, and difficulties organising her writing. It was only much later in life that she recognized ADHD was at the root of her own early struggles.
After entering primary teaching, Phillipa loved connecting with children but felt ill-equipped to meet the complex learning and behavioral needs in large classrooms. She stepped away from teaching to explore other paths, returning years later with deeper insight, renewed purpose, and a fierce determination to advocate for children who fall through the cracks.
Bridging the Gap Between Dyslexia and ADHD
Through years of literacy tutoring and advocacy work, Phillipa heard countless heart-wrenching stories from parents and teachers struggling to support children who felt misunderstood. She discovered a crucial pattern: a significant number of dyslexic children are also diagnosed with ADHD, two deeply interconnected learning differences that affect up to 20% of classroom students.
Driven to raise awareness among parents, teachers, and school leaders, Phillipa authored A Life Misunderstood. The book gives voice to neurodivergent children and equips the adults in their lives with raw honesty, practical wisdom, and actionable strategies.
Inspiring Guidance for Parents, Educators, and Schools
Whether presenting at educational events, consulting with families, or leading workshops, Phillipa connects warmly through humour, lived experience, and practical solutions:
For Parents & Carers: Transform daily homework battles and uncertainty into clear, loving guidance that helps your child feel seen, supported, and confident.
For Teachers & Educators: Discover practical, easy-to-use classroom strategies that cater to neurodivergent learners without adding overwhelming stress to your day.
For Event Organizers & Leaders: Book an inspiring, credible speaker who offers actionable insights into ADHD, Dyslexia, and the future of inclusive learning.
Qualifications & Memberships
Phillipa brings a wealth of formal training and multi-sector teaching experience to her work:
Master’s Degree in Education
Diploma in Teaching (Primary)
Graduate Diploma in Tertiary Teaching
Specialist Qualifications in Adult Literacy & Numeracy
- Member, Code REaD Dyslexia Network Australia (WA)
Decades of Hands-On Advocacy & Tutoring Experience across primary, secondary, and tertiary levels
Advocating for Dyslexic Students in WA
Phillipa’s advocacy now reaches beyond the classroom. She is a member of the Code Read, helping to grow its presence in Western Australia and advocating for fairer support for dyslexic students in WA schools.
Life Beyond Education
Originally from New Zealand, Phillipa lives in Western Australia on five tranquil acres surrounded by native bushland, wildlife, and her family, including her six grandchildren. When she isn’t writing or supporting students through the Tirinui Learning Cafe, she enjoys nature, music, and the outdoors.