Expert dyslexia assessments for children, students and adults
About me
Welcome! I’m Susanna, an APC-accredited specialist dyslexia assessor based in Bath. I provide comprehensive diagnostic assessments for children, university students and adults, delivered in person and online across the UK.My approach is calm, supportive and person-centred, providing clarity, practical recommendations and formal documentation for school, university and workplace support.I offer face-to-face dyslexia assessments in: • Bath • Bristol • Wiltshire • South GloucestershireOnline assessments are available nationwide.
If your child is finding learning more effortful than expected — perhaps struggling to remember instructions, organise their work, running out of time or keep up with reading, spelling and/or writing — a dyslexia assessment can help uncover the reasons why and give strategies to support them going forward.Click below to find out more about the assessment process.
Transitioning to college or university often means juggling new demands — independent study, heavy reading loads, research, note-taking, and deadlines. For some students, dyslexia can make these challenges feel overwhelming.A dyslexia assessment helps you understand how you learn best and identifies strategies to make study more efficient and less stressful.Click below to find out more about the assessment process
Many adults reach a point where they start to wonder if dyslexia could explain the challenges they’ve faced — perhaps with written work, organisation, memory, or confidence.My adult dyslexia reports are suitable for DSA, professional exams and workplace adjustments.Click below to find out more about the assessment process
With 20 years of experience in education across both state and private systems, I have served as a class teacher and SENCO before specialising as a Dyslexia Teacher and Assessor.I am a fully SASC registered dyslexia assessor and hold an Assessment Practising Certificate (APC). While the APC is not mandatory, it reflects my commitment to maintaining high standards and staying current with assessment procedures.Because I hold an active APC, my reports confirming a diagnosis of dyslexia can be utilised when applying for Disability Student Allowance (DSA) in higher education. Additionally, I recommend further assessments at different educational stages to adapt to evolving learning needs.
Qualifications:
PGCE: Middle Years Science (QTS)
Experienced Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) both within the private and state system
Post Graduate Accredited Level 5 – Certificate in Dyslexia; Literacy, Support and Intervention with the British Dyslexia Association
Post Graduate Accredited Level 7-Diploma in Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention with the British Dyslexia Association
Associate Member of the British Dyslexia Association (AMBDA): AMBDA number: 22/AMB11105
I have an enhanced DBS and up to date safeguarding training
I hold professional indemnity insurance and I am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office
For a free initial consultation to discuss whether a dyslexia assessment is right, considering your/your child's specific needs, please contact me below:
Dyslexia Assessments for children:I offer face-to-face dyslexia assessments in Bath, Bristol, and surrounding areas, as well as online assessments for families across the UK. Every assessment is calm, supportive, and designed to help your child feel at ease.Each assessment explores:Underlying learning abilityReading, spelling, and writing efficiencyShort-term and Working memory (including phonological memory)Processing speed and phonological awarenessYou’ll receive a comprehensive report which:Highlights your child’s strengths and areas of difficultyIncludes a diagnosis of dyslexia (if supported)Provides practical recommendations for school and homeCan be used to support exam access arrangements
For a free initial consultation to discuss whether a dyslexia assessment is right, considering your/your child's specific needs, please contact me below:
You may find you have a strong ability to see the bigger picture, solve problems and be creative. You may have a great imagination and people skills.Dyslexia affects each person uniquely, with individual strengths and vulnerabilities varying widely. Embracing these differences can lead to personal growth and success.Why have a Dyslexia Assessment?A dyslexia assessment helps identify specific areas of strength and vulnerability, enabling you to leverage your personal strengths to support any challenges you may face. You will receive valuable recommendations tailored to your needs, helping you navigate life more effectively and gain a deeper understanding of yourself.These checklists published by the British Dyslexia Association are a good starting point to see if you are showing signs of dyslexia:Click here to download the Foundation Dyslexia ChecklistClick here to download the Primary Dyslexia ChecklistClick here to download the Secondary Dyslexia ChecklistClick here to download the Adult Dyslexia Checklist
For a free initial consultation to discuss whether a dyslexia assessment is right, considering your/your child's specific needs, please contact me below:
Online Dyslexia Assessments for University Students across the the UK
What are the common areas of difficulties?
Common areas of difficulty include:Concentration and focus in lecturesReading comprehension and processing informationOrganising notes, deadlines, and courseworkStructuring essays and managing timeRetaining and recalling information under pressureYour detailed report will:Highlight strengths and areas needing supportProvide tailored study strategiesOffer recommendations for tutors and lecturersServe as evidence for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)
For a free initial consultation to discuss whether a dyslexia assessment is right, considering your specific needs, please contact me below:
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is a UK Government grant which provides personalised support to disabled students in Higher Education, in order to ensure a level playing field. Students with specific learning disabilities (SpLDs) can apply for this when attending university.These include dyslexia, dyspraxia (Developmental Co-Ordination Disorder) and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). A full diagnostic report needs to be gained in order to ‘prove’ the SpLDs.Our services include assessing young people so that they will have the evidence needed to both apply for DSA and to be able to discuss the support they may need at university without delay.
An adult assessment can help if you:Struggle with reading, spelling, or written communicationFind organisation, sequencing, or memory tasks difficultHave always needed extra time to complete workWant to understand lifelong learning challenges or strengthsAre seeking support through Access to Work or DSAYour comprehensive report will:Identify strengths and challengesConfirm a diagnosis of dyslexia (if appropriate)Provide actionable strategies for work, training, or daily lifeBe suitable for Access to Work or Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)
For a free initial consultation to discuss whether a dyslexia assessment is right for you, please contact me below:
For a free initial consultation to discuss whether a dyslexia assessment is right, considering your/your child's specific needs, please contact me below: