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Access Education was founded in 1982 by Christina Jubb. It arose from frequent requests for dyslexia assessments based more on educational needs rather than psychological. Today we have a broad client base in the UK and overseas. We frequently welcome English speaking pupils from Europe.
Dyslexia testing can be carried out from as young as five years old. There is no upper limit and over a third of the people we see here are aged 18+.
Most clients are referred, or refer themselves, due to underachievement.
There are a number of reasons for failing to reach potential, of which specific developmental dyslexia is one.
Although we specialise in dyslexia, our dyslexia assessments are aimed at anyone - at school or in the workplace - who is struggling.
Our experience is broad and our knowledge extensive. Staff regularly attend up-date conferences in related areas. Christina is currently undergoing training to offer Schema Therapy to clients who have suffered psychological effects (of dyslexia). It is important to stress, that psychological damage can be avoided if dyslexia is identified, acknowledged and addressed at an early stage.
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Our dyslexia assessments will:
- Establish intellectual ability (IQ) - using standardised measures (incl 'closed' tests)
- Indicate whether or not a person is dyslexic
- Identify the level of a person’s strengths and weaknesses
- Provide recommendations to help achieve potential
- Request Access Arrangements (extra time, use of computer in examinations) and support applications for Disabled Students Allowance (DSA)
The benefits of our dyslexia service include:
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A choice of assessment venues
- At our Milford on Sea Centre
- At a time to suit you in your own home
- In our fully equipped Mobile Clinic, (this means we are able to meet you half-way between our head office and your home)
- At school, university or workplace |
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Weekend assessment option, so school or work need not be missed |
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Reports written in clear English and dispatched within 10 working days of the dyslexia assessment |
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Option of fast turn-round - Reports can be fast-tracked if needed within 48 hours (an extra cost will apply in this case) |
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Highly qualified empathetic staff with over 30 years experience in dyslexia. |
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