Greater understanding
A clear explanation of the learner’s individual profile, including strengths and areas where support may be helpful.
Diagnostic assessment
Understanding the whole learning profile.
A careful, supportive assessment can explain persistent difficulties, identify strengths and provide a clear plan for moving forward.
What the assessment explores
A diagnostic assessment looks beyond a single score. It brings together background information, observation and a range of standardised activities.
- Underlying ability and reasoning
- Reading accuracy, fluency and comprehension
- Spelling and writing
- Phonological processing
- Working memory and processing speed
- The learner’s experiences and strengths
What you receive
Full diagnostic reportClear findings and tailored recommendations.
Personal feedbackA meeting for parents or carers, with child-friendly feedback for the learner.
Support for schoolAn overview for school and liaison with the class teacher where appropriate.
The value of a diagnosis
Understanding that can support a learner for life.
Dyslexia is lifelong, so a formal diagnosis does not expire. A diagnostic report can remain a valuable record as a learner moves through school, college, higher education and into the workplace.
My Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) confirms that I am appropriately qualified to carry out diagnostic dyslexia assessments to recognised professional standards.
Confidence and self-advocacy
Language to help learners understand how they learn, recognise their strengths and explain what helps them succeed.
Practical next steps
Personalised recommendations that can inform support at home, in education and, later, in the workplace.
A diagnostic report can support discussions about reasonable adjustments. Specific examination access arrangements or adjustments are decided by the relevant school, college, awarding body or employer according to current need and their applicable criteria.
Kind words
A calm and supportive assessment experience.
“Ann-Marie carried out an extensive dyslexia assessment with my daughter. She was fantastic at putting her at ease, providing clear, step-by-step instructions and creating a calm, quiet and safe environment. Ann-Marie guided us through the process and provided a detailed report. I would highly recommend Brain Power to anyone seeking a dyslexia assessment.”
Parent of a secondary-aged learner
Assessments usually take around three hours.
They are available for learners aged 7–18. Short breaks are built in and the pace is adapted to help each learner feel comfortable.
Discuss an assessment