Specialist Support That Puts People First


DSA-Funded Specialist Mentoring & Study Skills Support


Supporting disabled university students across England - online and face-to-face.


Ask A Teacher is a DfE-registered Non-Medical Help (NMH) provider, offering personalised specialist support for students in higher education.


Our DSA support services include:


  • Specialist Mental Health Mentoring
  • Specialist One-to-One Study Skills Support
  • Specialist Autism Mentoring 


Already have a DSA2 entitlement letter?


Whether you're arranging your support for the first time or exploring a change of provider, our friendly team can explain the next steps and help you understand your options.

Any provider change or funded support arrangement is subject to approval by your funding body.


Contact Ask A Teacher to discuss your DSA support.


Email: office@askateacher.co.uk



Specialist One-to-One Study Skills Support


We help students develop practical strategies for:


  • Organisation, planning and time management
  • Academic reading, writing and research
  • Managing assignments and deadlines
  • Executive functioning and independent learning
  • Revision and assessment preparation


Specialist Mentoring - Autism


Individualised, neurodiversity-affirming support to help autistic students manage university life, develop routines, navigate challenges and build confidence and independence.


Specialist Mentoring - Mental Health


Personalised support for students experiencing mental health difficulties, focusing on managing academic pressures, maintaining motivation, developing coping strategies and staying engaged with their studies.


Working With Students, Universities and DSA Needs Assessors


We provide person-centred, reliable and professional NMH support, tailored to each student's individual needs and agreed support arrangements.


Our mission is simple: to help every student feel supported, confident and empowered to achieve their potential.


Get in touch: office@askateacher.co.uk




What we offer

  • Specialist Mentoring
  • Study Skills Support
  • Apprenticeship Support
  • Academic Coaching
  • Professional Coaching
  • SEND Support