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Assessments

Full Diagnostic Assessments

Full diagnostic reports (age 8+ for children, young people and adults) are carried out in a calm, supportive and individualised way, designed to build a clear and holistic understanding of each learner’s strengths and areas of need. A range of information is considered, including background history, learning experiences, pupil voice, standardised testing, and observational evidence, to build an accurate profile of how an individual learns.

With extensive experience in neurodiversity, Learning Kit Assessors take a structured yet flexible approach, ensuring that each assessment is thorough, accessible, and tailored to the individual. The focus is not only on identifying and diagnosing specific learning differences, but also on understanding how these present in everyday learning and what this means for education, work, and everyday life. Clear, practical recommendations are provided to support meaningful next steps and ongoing progress. The aim is always to recognise and celebrate individual strengths while also helping each learner understand how they learn best, so they can learn effective strategies for lifelong learning and independence.

Explanation of the process, a walk through

The process of having a Full Diagnostic Report is designed to feel structured, supportive and tailored to the individual from the very beginning, whether for a child, young person or adult. It starts with a conversation and background information gathering, where experiences, learning history and current concerns are explored. This helps the assessor build a clear picture of how things feel day to day and ensures the assessment is shaped around the individual rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
 

The assessment itself is a one-to-one session with a qualified specialist teacher assessor with an Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) working within recognised professional standards set by the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee (SASC). During the session, a range of tasks are completed together at a steady, manageable pace, assessing areas such as phonological skills, orthographic skills, working memory, processing speed, reading, writing, spelling and numeracy. It is designed to feel conversational and responsive, with breaks as needed and space to work in a way that suits the individual.

Afterwards, all of the information is carefully brought together to create a detailed, personalised report. This explains the findings in clear, accessible language, outlines whether dyslexia is present, and describes how it may be affecting learning, workplace or everyday tasks. It also includes practical, tailored recommendations and letters of referral so that support can be put in place straight away. Many individuals describe leaving the assessment itself already having a clearer understanding of themselves and a sense of direction about what comes next.

What to look for in an assessor

The assessment and Full Diagnostic Report is completed by a qualified specialist teacher with an Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) working within recognised professional standards set by the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee or alternatively by an educational psychologist.

Learning Kit Assessments and Full Diagnostic Reports are completed by qualified specialist teachers with a Level 7 in SpLD, an AMBDA and a current Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) working within recognised professional standards set by the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee (SASC). All assessors are also registered on the DBS Update Service, providing ongoing safeguarding reassurance that they have been appropriately screened and continue to meet current child protection and safety requirements.

Here is the link to the update service: https://secure.crbonline.gov.uk/crsc/check?execution=e1s1

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Short Educational Reports

A Short Educational Report can be a useful option when a Full Diagnostic Report assessment is not needed. These reports are suitable for children with emerging literacy, numeracy, inattentional or coordination difficulties, those with a family history of dyslexia, or pupils who have previously been assessed and would benefit from updated recommendations. The report outlines key strengths and areas of need and provides practical, evidence-based strategies for the individual at school and at home. It offers clear guidance to help parents and educators support a child's learning and monitor progress over time.

Workplace Needs Assessments 

Workplace Needs Assessments are designed to help employees, apprentices and employers understand the impact of dyslexia and other neurodivergent differences in the workplace. The assessment identifies reasonable adjustments, workplace strategies, and assistive technology that can support productivity, wellbeing, and success at work. The report also provides information and advice about Access to Work funding, helping individuals and employers access appropriate support where eligible.