Dyslexia Assessments
I offer full diagnostic assessments for dyslexia. These can be carried out in the student’s own home, or in school subject to the school’s permission. After your booking has been made and a date booked, I will require a deposit; once paid you will receive all important documentation regarding the assessment, this will include forms for all parties to complete.
There is a range of tests that will need to be conducted and these assessments can take on average between 2-3 hours to complete.
Once the assessment has been carried out, a full diagnostic report will be written. This will explain the results of the tests and provide recommendations for suggested support to be put in place. On occasion, there may be cause to suggest further investigation by other professionals.
After you have received the report, you will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
**Please note, assessments can only be carried out in person**
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Pricing:
A full diagnostic assessment for dyslexia costs from £580, depending on location. If you require a payment plan, please get in touch to discuss.
What is Dyslexia, and how do I know if I need it?
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Dyslexia is a specific learning difficulty that primarily affects the development of reading and spelling skills. It is often associated with challenges in phonological processing — this means the individual may struggle with phonological awareness, phonological memory, or the speed at which they process sounds in spoken language. However, it’s important to understand that dyslexia can also involve other areas of difficulty, such as working memory, processing speed, and orthographic skills (i.e. recognising and remembering how words look).
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You may have noticed your child finding reading or spelling particularly challenging compared to peers, or perhaps a teacher has raised concerns. If you are unsure or would like to talk through what you’ve noticed, please do get in touch — an early conversation can help to clarify the next steps.
Dyslexia exists on a continuum, meaning it can be experienced in varying degrees of severity. It may impact other aspects of learning, such as reading comprehension, maths, or acquiring a new language. It also often co-occurs with other neurodevelopmental conditions, including ADHD, developmental language disorder, dyscalculia, or developmental coordination disorder.
(Adapted from Carroll et al., 2025)
FAQ:
Where does the assessment take place?
The assessment takes place in the student’s home, where they are most comfortable. Alternatively, I am fully insured, so it can take place in the student’s school if that can be arranged.
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How long does it take for a full assessment?
The assessments can take an average of 2-3 hours to complete; this is due to the quantity of assessments needed. I will offer the students rest and comfort breaks during this time. If I decide that the student is tiring, then we will break and complete the remaining tests at another date.
Do I have to have the forms completed before the assessment?
Yes, to gather all the background information and the difficulties that the students are experiencing that led to the assessment being booked, I need to have all forms no later than 2 weeks before the assessment. Failure to return the forms in good time could lead to the assessment being cancelled and rebooked.
Why diagnose?
A diagnosis of dyslexia can often help the student understand why they are having certain difficulties and help them realise their strengths and weaknesses. It can also help give them strategies to enhance their learning. A diagnosis of dyslexia is life-long; therefore, the report can be referred to at any time in the future.