For parents and carers
Dyslexia assessments for children and young people
Jen provides dyslexia screenings, strengths and difficulties profiles, and full diagnostic assessments. Each route is designed to build a clearer picture of strengths, difficulties, and practical next steps.
Which option is right for us?
You do not need to decide this alone. A first enquiry helps Jen understand what you are noticing, what school has already tried, and whether you need an initial screen, a strengths and difficulties profile, or a formal diagnostic assessment.
Important to know
A screening or strengths and difficulties profile does not diagnose dyslexia. A full diagnostic assessment may identify dyslexia where the evidence supports it, or it may show a different pattern of strengths and needs. Either outcome can still help with support planning.
| Service | Best for | Age range | What you receive | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Dyslexia Assessment | A detailed assessment of literacy and related cognitive skills, taking approximately 3 hours. | 8 to 16 | A full written report with findings and recommendations. | £550 |
| Dyslexia Screening | An initial picture of possible dyslexic-type difficulties. | 7 to 16 | Screening feedback to help decide next steps. It does not diagnose dyslexia. | £125 |
| Strengths and Difficulties Profile | A clear strengths and difficulties profile when practical support planning is the priority. | 7 to 16 | A brief personalised report with a summary of strengths, areas for development, and recommendations for support. | £250 |
When a strengths and difficulties profile may help
Some families and schools do not need a formal diagnostic conclusion straight away. They need a brief literacy assessment that explains strengths, areas of difficulty, and useful support strategies.
A practical strengths profile
This route is for learners aged 7 to 16. It provides an overview of current attainment and learning needs, with a personalised report and recommendations. Jen can advise whether this is enough, or whether screening or a full diagnostic assessment would be more suitable.
What is assessed?
A diagnostic assessment looks at the pattern behind a learner's literacy skills. This may include reading, spelling, writing, phonological awareness, working memory, processing speed, and related areas.
It is not pass or fail
The aim is not to catch a child out. It is to understand how they learn, where tasks are becoming harder, and what support is likely to help.
What you receive
The report should help parents and schools understand what is going on and what can be done next.
- A clear written report.
- An explanation of strengths and difficulties.
- Findings from assessment tasks.
- A conclusion about whether the profile is consistent with dyslexia, where appropriate.
- Recommendations for home and school.
- Guidance on what to do next.
Not sure where to start?
Send a short enquiry with your child's age, year group, and the concerns you are seeing. Jen will help you understand which route is most suitable.