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Assessments

Full diagnostic educational assessments for 8–24 year olds

What the assessment typically covers:

  • Cognitive: vocabulary, reasoning, memory and phonological processing.

  • Attainment: reading comprehension, reading accuracy, reading speed/fluency, spelling and writing.

  • Diagnosis of dyslexia given if appropriate. Reports can be used for a Disabled Students Allowance application (I hold a valid APC).

What’s included:

  • Pre-assessment discussion by phone or email and review of background information from home and school.

  • Full diagnostic assessment (about 3 hours).

  • Post-assessment email summary of key results and initial recommendations.

  • Detailed written report explaining results, diagnosis and suggested strategies and resources for home and school/college/workplace.

  • GP referal letters if ADHD/ASD/DCD are suspected.

  • Follow-up discussion by phone or email if needed

Location and cost

  • Fee: £525

  • Deposit: £100 to secure booking with balance due on the day or a monthly payment plan can be set up.

Other services (please enquire)

  • Bespoke education assessments where dyslexia is not suspected.

  • Shorter, non-diagnostic assessments for under 8s to inform teaching plans.

  • Exam access arrangement assessments for schools.

  • Training for parents and teaching staff.

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