Adult & Child Dyslexia Assessment Service

Adult & Child Dyslexia Assessment Service Tel: 0121 358 1500 What is Dyslexia? It is important to note that Dyslexia is not related to intelligence. Who we are and What services we offer?

We are an Adult and Child Psychological Assessment service based in Birmingham who provide comprehensive educational assessments for adults and children (for school, University studies or workplace purposes). Dyslexia is a life-long form of specific learning difficulty, primarily concerned with problems in learning ability in areas such as reading, writing and spelling. Individuals with Dyslexia have unique profiles of strengths and weaknesses, with no two individuals the same and the impact of dyslexia on each is different. Those with Dyslexia may also have areas of their learning that they excel in, whilst in others, they find extremely difficult. It is estimated that up to 10% of the population in the UK have Dyslexia, with no discrimination on the age of those affected. We are an Adult and Child Psychological Assessment service based in Birmingham who provide educational assessments for adults and children (for school, University studies or workplace purposes).

24/09/2026

🧠 Your child is bright… so why are they struggling?

This is a question parents ask us a lot.

Sometimes a child can have strong reasoning skills and lots of knowledge, while still experiencing difficulties with reading, spelling or written work.

That mismatch can be confusing for everyone.

It doesn't necessarily mean they're lazy, unmotivated or “not trying”.

It may mean they need a different kind of support.

💬 Have you ever noticed a gap between what a child understands and what they can show on paper?

21/09/2026

🌟 Dyslexia isn't a measure of intelligence.

In fact, one of the most important things to understand about dyslexia is that someone's difficulties with reading or writing tell you very little about how intelligent they are.

A person can be:

✨ Creative
✨ Highly intelligent
✨ An excellent problem solver
✨ Fantastic at their job

…and still experience significant difficulties with reading, spelling or written language.

Difficulty ≠ ability.

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17/09/2026

💬 “You’re not dyslexic — you’re just not trying hard enough.”

How many people have heard something similar growing up?

Sometimes difficulties with reading, spelling or writing were mistaken for:

❌ Laziness
❌ Carelessness
❌ Poor concentration
❌ Lack of effort
❌ “Not reaching your potential”

But struggling with something doesn't mean you're not trying.

And needing more time doesn't mean you're less capable.

💙 Sometimes, understanding the reason behind a difficulty can change the way you see yourself.

14/09/2026

🧠 Ever wondered why you can understand something perfectly when someone explains it… but struggle when you have to read it yourself?

You might read the same paragraph 3 times.

You might understand every word individually, but somehow the sentence just doesn’t “stick”.

You might even think:

“Why is this so much harder for me than it seems to be for everyone else?”

There can be many reasons for this — and for some people, dyslexia may be part of the picture.

💭 Does this sound familiar?

10/09/2026

🌟 Every child learns differently.

Some children learn best by seeing.

Some by listening.

Some by doing.

And some need a little more time and a different approach before everything clicks.

Dyslexia doesn't mean a child can't learn. It means they may learn and process written information differently.

With the right understanding and support, children can discover their strengths and develop confidence in their abilities. 💜

07/09/2026

💭 Have you ever wondered…

“Why can I understand something when someone explains it to me, but struggle when I have to read or write it myself?”

This is something many people with dyslexia experience.

You may have developed ways of working around your difficulties over the years without realising there could be a reason behind them.

If this sounds familiar, it may be worth exploring whether dyslexia could be part of your learning profile.

It's never too late to understand yourself better. 💜

03/09/2026

📚 Does your child love stories but dislike reading?

Sometimes children who struggle with reading aren't lacking interest or effort.

They may simply find the process of reading much harder than their classmates.

You might notice that they:

💜 Avoid reading
💜 Become tired quickly
💜 Guess words
💜 Struggle with spelling
💜 Get frustrated with homework
💜 Have difficulty remembering what they've just read

If you're concerned about your child's literacy development, you're not alone.

Getting the right advice and support can make a real difference. 🌈

31/08/2026

🔎 What is the point of a dyslexia assessment?

An assessment can help provide a clearer picture of an individual's:

📚 Literacy skills
🧠 Learning profile
💪 Strengths
🔎 Areas of difficulty
🛠️ Strategies that may help

For parents, it can provide a better understanding of how to support their child.

For adults, it can help make sense of difficulties that may have been present for years.

Most importantly, it can help replace **“Why can't I do this?”** with **“Now I understand how I learn.”** 💜

If you're considering an assessment for yourself or your child, get in touch to discuss your options.

27/08/2026

💬 Let's talk about dyslexia!

If you could tell a teacher, employer or family member **one thing** about dyslexia that you wish everyone understood, what would it be?

👇 Share your thoughts in the comments.

You never know who might read your comment and realise they're not alone. 💜

24/08/2026

🌟 Sometimes the biggest impact of dyslexia isn't the reading or spelling… it's confidence.

A child who repeatedly hears:

❌ “Read it again.”
❌ “You weren't concentrating.”
❌ “Try harder.”

may eventually start thinking:

💭 “I'm not good at this.”
💭 “I'm not clever.”
💭 “Everyone else can do it except me.”

But struggling with literacy does **not** mean a child lacks ability.

With understanding, appropriate support and strategies that suit the individual, children can begin to recognise their strengths and rebuild confidence. 💜

Let's focus on what children **can** do — not just what they find difficult.

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