Dyslexia Assessment Services

Full Diagnostic Dyslexia Assessment (adults and children over the age of 7)

This assessment lasts about three hours and consists of a discussion regarding educational and developmental history followed by a series of standardised psychometric tests to assess IQ, memory, processing speed, and a detailed analysis of literacy and phonological skills. The full assessment is carried out to identify whether there is a specific learning difficulty and can give you an official diagnosis. This, in turn, can be an important step to putting effective strategies in place to optimise learning and develop effective coping strategies.

Following the analysis of the test results a detailed written report is provided. This gives the results in each area tested, and identifies whether there is a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia. A profile of strengths and weaknesses is built up which informs recommendations for future support.

Access Arrangements for GCSEs and A levels

Students with dyslexia will normally require Access Arrangements in examinations in order to create a more equal opportunity to non-dyslexic candidates. Such arrangements could include having additional time in which to complete the exam and being entitled to the use of a reader, a scribe or a word processor.

Appropriate assessments are carried out and a short report completed which should be submitted to the school to support the process.

It is the responsibility of the school to interpret the scores and make an application to the examining body.

Disabled Student Allowance

This is a Government grant for UK students in Higher Education to cover extra costs that arise because of a disability such as a computer and relevant software. The grant does not depend on the parents’ income and is available for students whose disabilities include dyslexia.

In order to apply for funding through the Disabled Students’ Allowances, you must complete and submit the DSA1 form (available at: www.direct.gov.uk/dsa). This must be accompanied by proof of your disability. In the case of dyslexia a full diagnostic assessment is required. This assessment must be carried out after your 16th birthday.

Specialist Tuition

Specialist teaching is provided to children based on the findings from the screening test or full dyslexia assessment. Multisensory strategies and activities are used to reinforce and develop skills and build self confidence. Support can be given for specific needs including reading, writing, spelling, comprehension and memory.

Bespoke advice, training and support for parents, individuals, schools, colleges and employers is also offered, as is one to one parent support for children with dyslexia being home schooled.

Please contact me to discuss your requirements.

All assessments are carried out in accordance with DfES guidelines

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