A range of diagnostic assessment tests are administered to establish the individual’s strengths and weaknesses to classify their needs.

This is an in-depth assessment using psychological assessments and standardised attainment tests. It also takes into account developmental history, family history, and current situation.

The individual is provided with a full diagnostic assessment report clearly setting out the findings from each individual test and conclusion from analysing all of the scores.

A diagnostic assessment report for an individual under the age of 16 years old can help to determine a ‘Statement’ of Educational Needs and access arrangements for examinations.

However, in some cases the school or Local Educational Authority may wish to commission a diagnostic assessment report from their preferred Educational Psychologist.

For individuals over the age of 16 years, a diagnostic assessment report is a legally acceptable document for obtaining access arrangements at further education college, university or professional qualification awarding body, disability student allowance (DSA), reasonable adjustments in the workplace, industrial tribunal and in a court of law.

The diagnostic assessment takes approximately 2.5 hours from which the report is written.

It can be undertaken at the Dyslexia Awareness UK offices, at the home of the individual or other mutually convenient venue.

To discuss or arrange your assessment requirements please telephone:

Vicki McNicol on 0789 989 0979

or e-mail: vicki@dyslexia-awareness-uk.com