FAQ
What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia literally means “difficulty with words”. The term is often used to describe a learning difficulty in spelling, writing, reading and sometimes arithmetic. Children of adequate intelligence may be described as dyslexic if, despite normal schooling, they have a significant and persistent difficulty in acquiring language skills, in comparison with abilities in other spheres, to a degree sufficient to prevent their schoolwork reflecting their true ability and knowledge.
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What are the indications of Dyslexia?
These are just some of the indications –
- Was he late in speaking?
- Does he sometimes leave letters out of a word, or put them in the wrong order?
- Does he get “ tied up” saying some words?
- Can he see the difference between b and d?
- Does his speed of doing simple +, -, x, calculations seem slower than expected for his age and intelligence?
- Does he have unusual difficulty in remembering arithmetical tables?
- Do shoe laces and ties, changing clothes and dressing present problems?
- Does he find kicking or catching a ball difficult?
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Who can assess my child and where can I find their details?
School children can be referred to their local education authority Educational Psychologist for an assessment. However, depending on how quickly you would like an assessment, DAB has a list of suggested independent Educational Psychologists. Assessments take approximately 3 hours and the cost can vary up to £450
We also have a list of teachers qualified to assess (this is not as an in depth as the above assessment) up to GCSE. The cost can vary up to £250 with a report
Finally DAB offers a basic screening by a qualified assessor for £50 with report
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Are there specialist teachers who can tutor my child privately?
We have a list of teachers who are specifically trained to teach the Dyslexic child.
All are CRB checked
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Who do I ask for help at my child’s school?
Initially make an appointment to speak to the class teacher and then the SENCo (Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator). Make a list of everything you are concerned about, take examples of work to demonstrate your concern.
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I am worried about my driving theory test – can I get extra time?
Dyslexic candidates can apply to have up to double the standard 40 minutes. You need to ask when you apply for the test. A report from a professional should explain your reading ability, i.e. a teacher, a psychologist
Here at DAB we offer a screening for £50 which is accepted by the Driving Standards Agency.
You will have to phone again for a test date after you have received a report from one of the above.
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As an adult is it too late to find out if I have dyslexia?
Here at DAB we offer a screening for £50 . It is never too late to find out if you are dyslexic. For example the screening was taken by a client 76 years young and he was over the moon he was dyslexic…..because it answered so many questions he hadn’t been able to answer……for example -Why can’t I tell left from right? Why can’t I still tie my tie? Why do I find it hard to comprehend instructions? Why can I not comprehend what I read?
Many employers accept this screening as a basis for them to then give support at work.
For a more detailed assessment we also have a list of Psychologists (assessments cost in the region of £400) and a list of Teacher Assessors (assessments cost up to £250).
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