Professional Dyslexia Assessments for Children and Adults

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Dyslexia Assessments for Children and Adults

If you suspect that you, your child or somebody you support may be dyslexic, a professional assessment can provide much more than a simple yes or no answer.

It can build a detailed picture of strengths and difficulties, help explain why particular areas of learning have proved challenging and provide practical recommendations for moving forwards.

Dyslexia West Midlands provides diagnostic assessments for children, young people and adults through specialist dyslexia teachers, educational psychologists and consulting psychologists.

Which dyslexia assessment is right for you?

Specialist Teacher Dyslexia Assessment

£595

For ages 7 years 10 months to 25 years.

Conducted by a specialist dyslexia assessor.

Adult Dyslexia Assessment with a Consulting Psychologist

£630

For ages 17 to 80 years.

Designed specifically for adults seeking answers about difficulties that may have continued through education, work and everyday life.

Educational Psychologist Assessment

£795

For ages 6½ to 80 years.

This comprehensive assessment can consider dyslexia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia.

What does a dyslexia assessment involve?

Before the appointment, we'll send questionnaires to gather relevant background information.

The assessment itself usually takes between approximately two-and-a-half and three-and-a-half hours, depending upon the assessment being undertaken.

It can explore areas including:

  • reading and reading efficiency
  • comprehension
  • spelling
  • writing skills and writing speed
  • phonological processing and awareness
  • phonological memory
  • processing speed
  • memory
  • verbal and visual abilities.

The precise combination will depend on the assessment and the individual.

FAQs

Is screening the same as a diagnostic dyslexia assessment?

Can a dyslexia assessment help with support at school, university or work?

What do I receive after a dyslexia assessment?

Is a dyslexia assessment an exam?

What happens during a dyslexia assessment?

How long does a dyslexia assessment usually take?

Who can carry out a dyslexia diagnostic assessment?

What is a diagnostic dyslexia assessment?

Not sure which assessment you need?

You don't have to choose before contacting us.

Tell us about the difficulties you're seeing and the age and circumstances of the person being assessed. We'll help you identify the most appropriate route.

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Izzy Aylwin

I booked a dyslexia test earlier this year and was in a rush to meet my universities deadline. Dyslexia West Midlands were very considerate about the time pressure due to my deadline and I received my report much quicker than estimated. The test was carried out professionally and in a comfortable environment. I highly recommend if you are considering getting a dyslexia test.

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chrissy d

Our son had been struggling academically, socially and emotionally at school. The team have been so patient with him and employed many different strategies to enable him learn at his own level. Suzanne came in to do an observation on him at school and provided  a detailed report to the school, suggesting many strategies the school could try to enable him to access his learning more effectively, maintain concentration for longer and generally be happier at school.

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Camille Stedall

Thank you for all your assistance. We have found your team very supportive and helpful it’s be great to have your experienced advice and educational support.

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Martin Gould

I can't praise Suzanne and her team highly enough; very professional but with a relaxed manner which creates a great atmosphere for our 9 year old son to learn in.

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Michael John Bayley

After a discussion through a free consultation we decided to get my daughter assessed. The process was very simple and the report was very thorough. My daughter now feels more confident and happy in her approach to learning and school. Thanks Dyslexia West Midlands.

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Ulrike Nichols‍

I only called to get more information because my daughter (year 4) really struggles with spelling. Suzanne asked a number of very precise questions and suggested to do a vision test. Now my daughter has glasses and seems much more confident. We will see how that might affect her spelling but I would never have known that she might be struggling with  her vision. Thank you so much! I am beyond grateful.

Contact Us

0333 577 9422

HQ Assessment Centre
Dyslexia West Midlands
Number 3, The Quadrant,
Coventry, CV1 2DY

Teaching Centre
51 Lynchgate Lane,
Burbage, LE10 2DR

Teaching Centre
Regus: Birmingham Blythe Valley Business Park, Central Boulevard, Solihull, Birmingham, B90 8AG

Free 15 minute Consultations available

Assessments for adults and children starting from £250

0333 577 9422

Need extra time for examinations?

We have specialist teachers that can conduct a FORM 8 for GCSE's and A levels. Please call or e mail to find out more.

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Whether you're a parent, an adult suspecting you might be dyslexic, or a school seeking clarity, Dyslexia West Midlands is here to help.

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