If I don’t see “dyslexia” on my child’s report, does that mean they aren’t dyslexic?
Not necessarily. We use a comprehensive battery of tests for each student that will help us to understand your child’s current learning abilities, their aptitude, and a variety of other aspects related to the fundamentals of knowledge acquisition. We may not write dyslexia on the report, but you could see notes about difficulty with language processing, reading comprehension, verbal communication, or a variety of other characteristics of dyslexia. If you have specific concerns about dyslexia, we can review the areas that may or may not be indicative of this condition during your follow up appointment.
Will my child automatically receive classroom support after testing?
After completing testing, you will need to work with your child’s school system to determine accommodations, special education resources, and classroom support. We can often provide guidance for you and your child’s educators to plan for the right academic resources.
What if my child is struggling in the classroom, but they don’t have a learning disability?
Our educational assessments are very comprehensive and specifically geared toward your child’s needs, so while we may be testing for specific learning disabilities and dyslexia, our assessments are likely to uncover other contributing factors that may be leading to your child’s academic struggles. If we don’t see signs of a specific learning disability or other conditions after testing, we may need to work with you and your child to determine if an emotional, psychological, or behavioral concern is the cause of academic struggles.
