Dyslexia Screenings
Screening for Adults
A dyslexia screening is the first stage in identifying whether a person may have dyslexia.
Dyslexia screenings cannot diagnose dyslexia.
Dyslexia Screenings determine the “probability” of an individual being dyslexic. With this knowledge you will be better able to understand your strengths and learning needs.
Screenings tend to involve an in-depth discussion with a dyslexia specialist who explores your background, educational experiences and your current needs in relation to:
- Phonological processing
- Working memory
- Visual and auditory processing
The results of the screening should be presented in a clear and easy to interpret report which highlights an individual’s strengths and weaknesses and offers advice and recommendations for further support.
Dyslexia Cornwall delivers this service in partnership with businesses, employers and organisations. At present, we are unable to offer this service directly to individuals.
If you are seeking individual support, qualified specialists can be found through the following organisations:
- Professional Association for Teachers and Assessors of Students with Specific Learning Difficulties (PATOSS)
- The British Psychological Society
- British Dyslexia Association (Dyslexia+ Profiler)
Dyslexia Cornwall provides the links on our website for your convenience. When you click on these links, you will leave our website and be redirected to another site.
These sites are not under our control. We are not an agent for these third parties; we neither endorse nor guarantee their products or the accuracy of the information. We suggest that you always verify the information obtained from linked websites before acting upon this information.
If you have difficulties accessing a Dyslexia Screening please contact our Advice Team.
Screening and Mentoring Service
We are currently delivering a pilot project to support adults who are out of work, on a low income, or in receipt of benefits. Through this project, we are offering subsidised dyslexia screening and mentoring support. Places are limited. Please contact us for further information or to discuss eligibility. enquiries@dyslexiacornwall.org.uk
Screenings for Children (7 – 15)
Dyslexia screenings give an indication as to whether a child is likely to be dyslexic. With this knowledge families are better able to understand and support their child.
Dyslexia screenings cannot diagnose dyslexia.
Screenings tend to involve a series and may involve short computerised tests. The tests are designed to be non-threatening and tend to be presented in a game format using pictures, words and sounds.
Screenings should look at:
- Phonological processing
- Working memory
- Visual and auditory processing
In addition to the computer programme a discussion should take place with the parent and child and include observations of:
- Reading
- Writing
- Number recognition
The results should be presented in a clear and easy to interpret report.
Dyslexia Cornwall does not offer a screening service for children. Specialists offering this service can be found through:
- Professional Association for Teachers and Assessors of Students with Specific Learning Difficulties (PATOSS)
- The British Psychological Society (BPS)
- British Dyslexia Association (Spot Your Potential – Young Adults 15 years/ Nessy Quest for 7 – 16 year olds)
Dyslexia Cornwall provides the links on our website for your convenience. When you click on these links, you will leave our website and be redirected to another site.
These sites are not under our control. We are not an agent for these third parties; we neither endorse nor guarantee their products or the accuracy of their information. We suggest that you always verify the information obtained from linked websites before acting upon the information.
If you have difficulties accessing a Dyslexia Screening please contact our Advice Team. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to arrange a screening. Please note that this is a paid service.