Is my child dyslexic?
Our online dyslexia test helps you identify potential signs of dyslexia
We developed this online dyslexia test to help parents asking themselves the question “Is my child dyslexic.” This is a question that rapidly often comes up when their child struggles at school for no clear reason.
An online test is often the first step in understanding your child’s difficulties more precisely and assessing the work needed to support them.
One thing we want to emphasise is that whether or not a child is dyslexic, they will require extra support if they struggle with reading. That is why the GoLexic programme has been developed to benefit all children who struggle with reading.
Understanding our online dyslexia test
Online tests are no replacement for a diagnosis, but if you are getting familiar with dyslexia and trying to explain your child’s difficulties, this test is for you. In the test, you will be asked how your child fairs in different categories of skills. These questions will help you look at your child’s challenges in a structured manner, so that you gain a different perspective on their difficulty.
The 4 categories we cover in this test are:
- Speech: distinctive patterns in how your child speaks.
- Reading: particular challenges observed in dyslexic children’s oral reading
- Writing: frequent mistakes dyslexic children make
- Well-being at school: attitude towards school and homework that often results from a struggle with dyslexia
Example of test results
Before you take the test...
A last word from us before we let you go and take the test: We strongly believe that a dyslexia diagnosis is not something to be afraid of. It is a relief for many children to be able to put a word on their difficulty, a word that takes the blame and pressure off their shoulders and places it on a condition that affects 1 in 5 people.
Children with dyslexia can be helped and progress tremendously. With the right tools and regular work, they can recover the delay they have accumulated with reading and achieve grade-level reading skills.
It is a fact that school is more challenging for children with dyslexia, who have to work harder than most. But dyslexic people develop amazing resilience and go on to live bright and successful lives.
Note: After taking this test, you should be able to discern if your child shows traditional signs of reading weakness or possibly dyslexia. This test is not a medical diagnosis, but it is conceived to help parents take a step back and evaluate their child’s skills and challenges.
