Understand Your Child’s Learning Needs

At Literacy and Learning, we offer expert academic and educational assessments for children and adolescents. Our assessments help identify learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, and provide clear, practical recommendations for school and home support.

Why Book an Academic Assessment?

If your child is having difficulty keeping up at school, an academic assessment can help uncover the reasons behind their struggles and provide a clear path forward. Early identification of learning challenges allows for timely intervention and support.

Common reasons for assessment include:

• Difficulty with reading, writing, spelling, or maths

• Ongoing struggles at school despite support

• Low academic confidence or reluctance to learn

• Concerns raised by teachers or learning support staff

• Suspected Specific Learning Disorders, including:

  • Dyslexia – challenges with reading and spelling

  • Dysgraphia – difficulties with handwriting and written expression

  • Dyscalculia – problems with understanding maths and numbers

What the Assessment Involves

Our assessments are completed by qualified psychologists with expertise in child learning and development. Each assessment includes:

• A parent interview and background history (initial consultation)

• Review of school reports and any previous assessments

• Standardised academic testing in reading, writing, spelling, and maths. The most common test of academic achievement used is called the WIAT III (Wechsler Individual Achievement Tests – Third Edition); however, the Centre is also able to complete alternative standardised tests of reading, spelling, writing, and Maths.

• Observations of your child’s approach to tasks

• A comprehensive report with clear results and recommendations

• Cognitive testing can also be completed if further information about a child’s learning is needed).

What You Will Gain

The final report provides a thorough picture of your child’s academic profile, including:

• Whether your child meets criteria for a Specific Learning Disorder

• Strengths and challenges across academic areas

• How your child learns best

• Recommendations for tailored support at school and home

• Guidance on school accommodations and interventions, such as ILPs or specialist referrals

Empowering Students Through Understanding

An academic assessment is a powerful tool to help your child succeed. With greater insight into their learning style and needs, families and teachers can better support each child’s educational journey.

Contact us to find out more or to book an assessment.