Who am I?

At Dyslexia Leicester, I provide comprehensive dyslexia assessments that identify the specific needs of each learner. I ensure that each assessment is thorough and tailored to the individual, allowing for accurate educational strategies and intervention support. I believe that understanding a learner's unique profile is crucial for effective teaching, and I offer specialist dyslexia guidance to enhance their learning experience.

Before the dyslexia assessments, relevant information will be gathered through phone or email conversations, along with questionnaires completed by individuals, parents, or schools. This process is vital in creating a comprehensive understanding of the individual’s strengths and areas of difficulty.

The actual assessment typically takes between 2.5 to 3 hours, although it may extend for older students or individuals. It includes a series of tests to evaluate:

- Visual and verbal skills

- Processing abilities, such as short-term memory, speed of thinking, and language processing

- Reading, spelling, and writing skills

For those aged 16 and older, the assessment can also help identify signs of dyspraxia or Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), providing guidance for educational strategies. This assessment can occur in the student’s home or an office in Leicestershire, where specialist dyslexia guidance is available.

Many individuals reach out because they or their child are facing challenges at school, college, university, or in the workplace. They may suspect dyslexia or other specific learning difficulties, potentially prompted by family history or recommendations from their school, college, or workplace regarding the necessity of dyslexia assessments. Additionally, they often seek specialist dyslexia guidance and educational strategies to help address these challenges.