Marlborough Dyslexia Assessments
Empowering Your Journey Beyond the Diagnosis
About:
Dyslexia assessments for children, teenagers and adults in Marlborough and surrounding areas, Wiltshire.
If you are having difficulties with reading, spelling, writing, organisation, attention etc., you may have dyslexia. I’m Flora, and I am a dyslexia assessor based in Ramsbury, near Marlborough.
Empowering Your Journey Beyond the Diagnosis
Receiving a dyslexia assessment is about far more than just a label; it is the first step towards unlocking a clearer understanding of how your mind works. Many people I have worked with describe the assessment process as a "lightbulb moment" that replaces years of frustration with clarity and an explanation for difficulties that they have been having.
However, the true value of your assessment lies in the diagnostic report itself. This document is not meant to sit in a drawer—it is a powerful tool designed to help you advocate for yourself or your child. Whether you are navigating the education system, seeking workplace adjustments, or simply looking for targeted strategies to manage daily tasks, your report provides the evidence-based roadmap you need to secure the right support.
Access Formal Support
Secure Exam Access Arrangements (subject to JCQ regulations), Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA), or Workplace Adjustments.
Tailor Learning
Implement specific interventions that play to your cognitive strengths with evidence-based recommendations.
Build Confidence
Transition from feeling 'stuck' to feeling equipped with a professional strategy for success.
I can also give you recommendations for onward referral, such as for suspected ADHD, Autism, visual difficulties, speech and language difficulties, coordination difficulties etc.
Services & Pricing
Assessment Options
Choose the assessment that best fits your needs. All services include professional, personalised recommendations.
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Full Diagnostic Assessment
£550
~3 hours
Comprehensive dyslexia assessment with detailed report and follow-up call.
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Pre-assessment information gathering
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3-hour assessment plus breaks
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Full digital report within two weeks
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DSA-applicable for university
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45-minute follow-up call to discuss report
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Form 8 liaison/completion for Exam Access Arrangements (Year 9+) included at no extra cost (subject to agreement from the school)
Screening Assessment
£150
~1-1.5 hours
Overview of strengths and difficulties—ideal if you're unsure or for younger children.
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Overview of strengths and challenges
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8-page digital report
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Recommendations included
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Great for initial insights
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Quicker than a full assessment
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A portion of the cost can count towards a full diagnostic assessment if booked within a certain time
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Can be combined with Access Arrangements/completion of Form 8 for £180 (Year 9+)
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The Process
What to Expect: Your Assessment Day
The diagnostic assessment is a collaborative and supportive process designed to give us a comprehensive "blueprint" of your cognitive profile. It isn’t like a typical school exam; there are no "passes" or "fails." Instead, we are looking at how you process information so we can identify the strategies that will work best for you.
The Schedule
A standard assessment session lasts approximately three hours, paced comfortably with regular breaks on top. My goal is to ensure you feel relaxed and perform at your best.
Underlying Ability
Understanding your verbal and visual problem-solving skills to build a complete picture of your learning profile.
Processing Speed
How quickly your brain handles and responds to simple information—an important factor in learning.
Working Memory
The ability to hold and manipulate information in the short term, crucial for reading and comprehension.
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Language Skills
Evaluating receptive language (understanding what is heard) and listening skills.
Attainment
Practical testing of reading accuracy and comprehension, spelling, and writing fluency.
💡 Tip: Bring a drink and light snack for breaks to keep energy levels up!
After the Assessment
Once the session is complete, I will analyse the results to produce your comprehensive report. This detailed document will interpret all the scores and, most importantly, provide a list of tailored recommendations for home, school, or the workplace. I will send you the report (via email) within ten working days, and arrange a phone or video call to go through the results.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
It's completely natural to feel a bit of "test anxiety" before an assessment. These questions are designed to help you feel prepared and at ease.
Preparing for the Day: A Quick Checklist
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Confirm the appointment time and location (all details in your confirmation email).
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Talk about the assessment as a way to find "learning strengths" rather than "problems."
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Complete the pre-assessment questionnaire (I will send this to you beforehand) so I have the necessary background history.
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Get a teacher at school or college (if applicable) to complete the school questionnaire, which I also need before the assessment
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Get an eye test if you have not had one within the last two years.
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Bring a snack and a drink!
Get in Touch
Book Your Free Consultation
Ready to take the first step? Contact Flora for a free 15-minute consultation to discuss whether a dyslexia assessment is right for you or your child.
About
My name is Flora Monro
Since 2009, my career in education has evolved from teaching secondary Spanish and French in London and the Bahamas to specialising in Special Educational Needs (SEN). Whilst earning an MA in SEN and the BPS assessor qualification (CCET), I served as an acting SENCo in London and then spent six years in Surrey as a specialist dyslexia teacher and access arrangements assessor.
Currently, I am a specialist SpLD teacher and access arrangements assessor at a sixth form college. I provide daily support for students with dyslexia, ADHD, and executive functioning challenges, whilst advising on exam anxiety, motivation, and organisational strategies.
I am a member of PATOSS and the Dyslexia Guild and am on the Register of Qualifications in Test Use for the British Psychological Society (BPS). I have a current DBS (available on request).
