Frankie Bridge has broken down in tears as she opened up about the heart-wrenching decision she faces regarding her son Carter’s dyslexia. The former Saturdays star revealed that her 10-year-old son’s condition has worsened dramatically over the past year, leaving her feeling trapped and unsure of what’s best for him.
In a deeply emotional YouTube vlog, Frankie admitted that her son’s battle with dyslexia is taking an enormous toll on both him and her family. Carter, who was diagnosed with severe dyslexia last year, has struggled to find stability in his education, having moved between several schools. While the family currently lives in Surrey, Frankie disclosed that sending Carter to a specialist school—one that is equipped to cater specifically to dyslexic students—could be the solution, but it comes with a heavy price tag.
Frankie Bridge broke down in tears as she struggled to cope with son Carter’s dyslexia and shared dilemma over whether to send him to an ‘expensive’ specialist school far from home
The former Saturdays star, 37, shared an emotional update in her latest YouTube vlog, revealing 10-year-old Carter’s dyslexia has worsened dramatically since his diagnosis last year
The school in question is far from their home, and the cost is eye-watering, ranging between £15,000 to £40,000 annually. Despite her initial reservations, Frankie was visibly moved by what she saw during her visit to the specialist school. She said, “I kind of wanted to hate it… but I was impressed. It’s designed for dyslexic children, and it’s tailored to meet their specific needs, which is exactly what Carter needs.”
Frankie couldn’t hold back her tears as she admitted she feels ‘trapped’ and doesn’t know ‘what the right thing is for him anymore’ after dropping him at school in tears over his struggles
The Loose Women star shares sons Carter and Parker, 12, with former footballer husband Wayne Bridge
However, the emotional strain of sending her son to a far-off school weighs heavily on her. “It’s really f***ing expensive,” she admitted. “I don’t know if it’s realistic for us as a family.” Moreover, the thought of Carter leaving home for the school fills her with dread, knowing how much upheaval it could cause. “It would be a huge change for all of us,” she said, her voice breaking.
The emotional weight of her dilemma became clear as she described dropping Carter off at school, where he was in tears over his struggles with maths, his hardest subject. Fighting back tears herself, Frankie shared how mentally draining the experience has been. “I never know what the right thing is for him anymore,” she confessed. “There are so many parents out there who drop their kids off, crying every day, and I just feel so worn down by it.”
Her heartbreaking update also painted a painful contrast between Carter and his older brother Parker, 12. While Parker had access to additional help and is thriving academically, Carter’s struggles continue to be a source of immense pain for the family.
As Frankie reflects on the challenges of finding the right educational path for Carter, she’s forced to confront a tough truth—no matter what option she chooses, it comes at a cost, both financially and emotionally.
