Expert Dyslexia Assessment Services

I am a fully qualified dyslexia assessor and specialist teacher of dyslexia. I am a professional member of PATOSS and hold a current assessment practicing certificate (APC). I have 28 years of experience working across the primary and secondary age range in both the state and independent sectors.

As an assessor, I am regulated by the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee (SASC), hold professional insurance and an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificate.

About Me
Supporting Children with Dyslexia

With a diagnosis of the specific need your child is experiencing, they can begin to understand their learning style. They can be encouraged to develop their strengths and develop strategies to overcome or work around things they find difficult.

A diagnosis will help you and your child's school to better support your young person to reach their full potential. An assessment can help you to see a way forward, enabling you to help building their resilience, self esteem and supporting mental health.

Dyslexics can do ANYTHING!

Dyslexia Assessment Services

Professional assessments for children with dyslexia.

Professional Standards

An Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) recognises the knowledge and skills of specialist teachers who have followed an appropriate course of study (e.g. a course recognised by SASC) and can demonstrate their professional competence in the assessment of specific learning difficulties.

As reports conducted at any age may be used for DSA purposes, it is recommended that all assessors should hold an APC, to future proof reports for those with dyslexia so that no further assessment should be required.

Expert Guidance

Each assessment report includes guidance for parents/ carers and teachers in how best to support your child's learning style.

The assessment looks at the specific areas of strength and difficulty for your child, offering insights on how best to support your child.

Once at university, the report can be used as evidence of the need for DSA. DSA is financial assistance available to students with disabilities.

Client Feedback

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Jonathan
Two children are seated on the floor facing each other in a spacious room with large windows. Both are wearing traditional caps and are engaged in reading or recitation, supported by small wooden lecterns. The room has a reflective tiled floor, a ceiling fan, and a bookcase in the background.
Two children are seated on the floor facing each other in a spacious room with large windows. Both are wearing traditional caps and are engaged in reading or recitation, supported by small wooden lecterns. The room has a reflective tiled floor, a ceiling fan, and a bookcase in the background.

Birmingham UK

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A young child wearing a school uniform with a green-striped tie and a shirt marked 'KG' sits in an indoor environment with colorful backgrounds. The child has a playful expression, with one hand resting on a bright red toy.
Kirsty

Birmingham

★★★★★
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"Nicola created a calm and relaxed atmosphere which helped my daughter do her best."

"An assessment opens many doors to diverse support and greater understanding by yourself and other people."

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Contact Us

Get in touch for dyslexia assessments and professional support.

for more information or to make an appointment, please email me at:

assessment@dyslexiabirmingham.com

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