Preeti finds herself both exhilarated and daunted by the challenges and expectations inherent in education, which stem from their familiarity. This dual sensation, she believes, uniquely equips her for her role as an educator.

With nearly three decades of experience teaching neurodiverse children and teens in clinical and school settings, her journey began with tutoring those with hearing and visual impairments before evolving into supporting learners with additional needs upon relocating to Singapore in 2001.

Her pursuit of advanced degrees in education and counselling aimed to integrate well-being, learning, and curriculum, fostering a comprehensive approach to supporting children with dyslexia and similar learning requirements. Presently, she leads the Whole School Student Support Department at an International school in Singapore.

Preeti sees her journey into Specific Learning Differences (SpLD) as a calling. Her initial foray into teaching literacy and language to children with hearing impairments ignited her passion for understanding the unique ways individuals learn. This revelation fuelled her determination to innovate and make education universally accessible.

Throughout her career, she has traversed various settings including clinical, one-on-one, school, small group, and push-in support environments, all the while championing the principles of universal design of learning and early intervention.

As a Fellow of the Register of Educational Therapists, Asia (RETA) since 2017, Preeti has found a professional community that resonates with her commitment to addressing dyslexia and other learning needs. The establishment of RETA coincided with her quest for a reputable professional body in this field, and she has embraced the opportunity to elevate her practice through rigorous research and evidence-based methodologies.

When asked about enhancing special education in her country, Preeti suggests enhancing higher education accessibility for students with disabilities through improved learning designs and inclusive admission criteria.

She emphasises the importance of maintaining an open mind and a rights-based approach when supporting individuals with Specific Learning Differences (SpLD). For Preeti, unwavering compassion is paramount, yet she also underscores the need to strive for equity in education for all students, regardless of their unique needs.

Her guiding principle: “Compassion should always be at the heart of our solutions.”