Dyslexia Assessments in Rotherham
Rotherham is a large South Yorkshire borough with a diverse community of families, schools, and young people spread across the town and its surrounding areas. Whether you are a parent whose child has been struggling at school, an adult who has long suspected dyslexia might explain their experiences, or a student at Thomas Rotherham College or a nearby university preparing a DSA application, Defining Dyslexia offers specialist assessments that give you something clear and concrete to work with.
Many families across Rotherham, Maltby, Wickersley, Kiveton Park, Swinton, and surrounding areas contact Defining Dyslexia after long waits for support or concerns raised by school. Many people search for a "dyslexia test" in Rotherham when what they need is a full diagnostic assessment, and that is exactly what Defining Dyslexia provides.
What You Can Expect from a Defining Dyslexia Assessment?
Every assessment is built around you. Here is what makes Defining Dyslexia the right choice for families and individuals across Rotherham
WHO IT IS FOR?
Assessments are available for primary and secondary school children, adults, and university students. Whether you are seeking clarity after years of uncertainty, preparing for exam access arrangements, or applying for Disabled Students' Allowance, Defining Dyslexia can support you through the process.
WHAT THE ASSESSMENT INVOLVES?
A Defining Dyslexia assessment is a detailed, one-to-one evaluation covering reading, spelling, writing speed, phonological processing, and memory. It is designed to build a clear picture of how you or your child thinks, learns, and processes information. Most assessments take around two to three hours, and shorter split sessions are available where needed. Every assessment concludes with a written report that can be used to support school provision, exam access arrangements, or a university DSA application.
WHY CHOOSE DEFINING DYSLEXIA?
Defining Dyslexia is an independent specialist assessment practice registered with PATOSS, the British Dyslexia Association, and the Dyslexia Guild. Assessments are carried out to the standards set by SASC, the body that governs SpLD assessment quality across the UK. Working independently means the focus is entirely on you or your child, with no waiting lists tied to institutional processes.
Defining Dyslexia works with families whose children attend schools across the Rotherham borough, including large secondaries such as Wales High School, Wickersley School and Sports College, and Maltby Academy. Reports are written to SASC standards and accepted by all mainstream schools and colleges across the borough, including Thomas Rotherham College and Rotherham College for students seeking DSA support.
How much does an
assessment cost?
A full dyslexia assessment with Defining Dyslexia costs £495. This includes the assessment session and a comprehensive written report with practical recommendations. There are no hidden costs and no additional charges.
Assessments can be carried out in your home, at your child's school, or at a suitable venue local to you. Where a venue needs to be booked, a small additional fee may apply. This will always be discussed and agreed with you before anything is confirmed.
For adult assessments that include screening for co-occurring conditions such as ADHD or dyspraxia, a small additional fee also applies. This will be discussed with you at enquiry stage.
If you would like to talk through costs before booking, you are very welcome to get in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions from Rotherham clients
Can a dyslexia assessment help me in my workplace in Rotherham?
Yes. A formal diagnostic report is accepted by employers as evidence for reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010. This can include adjustments to workload, communication, deadlines, or access to assistive technology. Many adults in Rotherham working in large organisations seek an assessment specifically for this purpose.
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Is the assessment report accepted by Rotherham schools and colleges?
Yes. Every report is written to SASC standards and is accepted by schools, colleges, local authorities, exam boards, and universities across the UK, including within the Rotherham borough.
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Do you offer dyslexia screening in Rotherham as well as full assessments?
Defining Dyslexia specialises in full diagnostic assessments rather than screening tools. A screening can indicate whether dyslexia traits are present but cannot provide a diagnosis, recommendations, or a report accepted by schools, universities, or employers. If you are unsure whether a full assessment is the right step, get in touch and we are happy to have an initial conversation at no obligation.
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My child's school in Rotherham has raised concerns but cannot carry out a formal assessment. What are my options?
This is a very common situation. Schools play an important role in identifying concerns and putting early support in place, but a formal diagnostic assessment requires a qualified specialist assessor. Defining Dyslexia can provide a full PATOSS-registered diagnostic assessment that gives you and your child's school a clear picture of their needs, alongside practical recommendations that can be implemented straight away.
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How do I know if my child in Rotherham needs a dyslexia assessment rather than just extra support?
If your child has received additional support at school but concerns persist, or if you notice a pattern of difficulty with reading, spelling, or writing that does not improve with intervention, a formal assessment can provide the clarity that classroom support alone cannot offer.
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How quickly can I get an appointment in Rotherham?
Defining Dyslexia offers a genuinely personal, bespoke service with waiting times of under two months at all times, and often considerably quicker. Remote assessments can frequently be arranged faster than face-to-face. Get in touch to discuss current availability.
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About Your Assessor
Every Defining Dyslexia assessment is carried out by Mark, a PATOSS-registered specialist assessor with fifteen years of experience supporting children, young people, and adults with dyslexia and other learning differences. Mark holds an APC and works to the standards set by SASC, the body that governs SpLD assessment quality across the UK. Mark's background as a former SENCo means he understands the school system from the inside, and brings that knowledge to every assessment and report he writes.
Dyslexia Assessments and Local Support in Rotherham
Useful Local Information
- Rotherham SENDIASS – free, impartial SEND advice Tel: 01709 823 027 | rotherhamsendiass.org.uk
- Rotherham Parent Carers Forum – local parent carer network rotherhamparentcarersforum.co.uk
- Rotherham Local Offer – local SEND services and provision rotherhamsendlocaloffer.org.uk
- Yorkshire Rose Dyslexia – directory of SpLD specialists across Yorkshire yorkshirerosedyslexia.org.uk
E-mail: Mark:@definingdyslexia.org
We operate virtually across the UK, providing accessible support wherever you are. For in-person appointments, we serve Sheffield, Peterborough, and the surrounding area. Contact us to learn more!