A full diagnostic assessment is the only way to really understand if someone is dyslexic. It's important in telling us where strengths and weaknesses lie.

Lancashire Dyslexia Specialists can provide diagnostic assessments for the purposes of 'needing to know', Access to Work and Disabled Students' Allowance.

Assessments can take place in school, college, university, the workplace or at home provided there is a quiet room with a desk and two chairs.

A typical assessment can take up to 4 hours to complete and the report is ready within two to three weeks.

Following the assessment, a 1:1 meeting is offered (online or in-person) to allow the opportunity for a full explanation of the assessment outcome and for questions to be asked.

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Note: A full diagnostic report is not needed for exam access arrangements. A Form 8 report can be filled out in collaboration with the school, college or learning provider.