It’s possible for parents to detect signs of dyslexia in their child from a very young age. They may wish to ensure a good start in life for their child by formalising a dyslexia diagnosis and getting the classroom accommodations that they deserve. However, is there a “best age” to get a dyslexia assessment, and…
If you’re in the UK and you suspect that you (or your child) is dyslexic, you may be hoping to secure a dyslexia assessment for free, funded by the state. Is dyslexia assessment free on the NHS? No. Unfortunately, dyslexia is not considered a medical issue, so you cannot get an NHS-funded dyslexia assessment or…
“Specialist Dyslexia Assessors will diagnose a wooden spoon as being dyslexic!” This is a common misconception, but it’s completely false. Specialist Dyslexia Assessors like Holly Swinton follow the well-respected Rose Report definition of dyslexia. They are fully qualified and accredited, and they are subject to a standard of ethics that mean they would never diagnose…