Assessments

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 If you have any concerns or would simply like to discuss the options available to you, you may find our free 20 minute advice sessions useful.

The sessions can either take place over the phone, video call or at our centre.

 Assessment is often the first step to understanding the obstacles that are getting in the way of progress and unlocking talent and self-belief.

Dyslexia assessments are not 'tests' that give a yes/no answer; they are focused on understanding each person as an individual and on finding a positive way forward. All of our assessments are followed up by practical advice, usually in a written report.

 This is the most comprehensive kind of assessment, focusing on dyslexia and the other specific learning difficulties which often co-occur with dyslexia.

It is called a diagnostic assessment because it aims to identify - or diagnose - what is at the root of the difficulties that are causing concern.  

This type of assessment usually takes between two and three hours. Reports provide the results of the main findings and recommendations for actions that will help find the most appropriate way forward.

Diagnostic assessments are needed in certain circumstances, for example for those wishing to claim the Disabled Students Allowance for University.

Diagnostic assessments can be delivered for individuals as young as 6 or 7 through to adults.  For younger children, the findings may be less conclusive so it can be better to have another kind of assessment, followed by some targeted support.

There are two types of diagnostic assessment: Consulting Psychologist Assessment and Teacher Diagnostic Assessment.

 This diagnostic assessment is carried out by a Chartered Consulting Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society.

The assessments will focus on diagnosing dyslexia, dyscalculia, or dyspraxia. The assessment may also identify signs of other specific learning difficulties such as autistic spectrum disorder, attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

 This assessment is carried out by a fully qualified teacher holding an Assessment Practising Certificate. Depending on the age and the concerns raised, the assessment will focus on dyslexia. Guidance and advice can also be given where background information suggests signs of other specific learning difficulties such as dyscalculia, dyspraxia, autistic spectrum disorder, attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

We offer playgroups for parents and young children with disabilities. Our playgroups provide opportunities for children to practise social skills while parents connect with each other and gain support from our team.