The assessment
The right assessment, at the right age
An assessment looks closely at how you or your child reads, spells, writes and thinks, then explains what is going on in plain terms. The right form depends on age: a Full Diagnostic Assessment from age 8, and a Literacy and Learning Profile for children younger than 8.
No referral needed · APC-accredited · Reports recognised by schools, accepted for DSA
How I work
The standards I work to
Every report I write follows the current guidelines of the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee (SASC). That is the framework that schools, universities and workplaces recognise.
I assess against the Delphi definition of dyslexia (Carroll et al., 2025), the current consensus definition agreed by a wide panel of researchers and practitioners. And I work to the standard my Assessment Practising Certificate sets: evidence-based, current, and regularly reviewed.
These are not badges on a wall. They are what makes the report something you can rely on, wherever you need to use it.
Carroll, J. M., Holden, C., Kirby, P., Thompson, P. A., Snowling, M. J. and the Dyslexia Delphi Panel (2025). Toward a consensus on dyslexia: findings from a Delphi study. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry. Read the study. The definition is set out in full on About Dyslexia.
Christine is a Professional Member of PATOSS, a Member of The Dyslexia Guild, and a Member of PraxisPro.
Choose your route
Which assessment fits
There are three routes, by age and stage. Each page explains the process, the day itself, the fee and the report in full.
A thorough, non-diagnostic look at how your child is learning, and where support helps. Around 90 minutes.
Read about the Profile Age 8 to 18 Full Diagnostic Assessment £595A full diagnostic specialist cognitive assessment, with a clear report you can use at school and for exams. Around two and a half hours.
Read about ages 8 to 18 Adults Beyond school £595For adults of any age: for Disabled Students’ Allowance, the workplace, or your own understanding.
Read about adultsBook a free 30-minute chat
Not sure which fits?
Tell me a little about your child or yourself, and we will work out the right next step together. The first conversation is free, and there is no pressure to book.
Or call or text 07912 147199, message on WhatsApp, or email info@dyslexia-assessment-surrey.co.uk.