Understanding and support beyond the report. Dyslexia Test Centre & ND Pathways™
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When numbers don’t make sense, understanding matters. If maths remains difficult despite effort and support, an assessment can help you understand learning strengths, difficulties and useful next steps.
A maths assessment looks beyond a score to explore the nature of the difficulty. It considers mathematical learning alongside relevant strengths, experiences and other learning needs.
Understanding numbers and quantities
Mathematical learning and problem-solving
Relevant cognitive and learning skills
The effect of difficulties in education and everyday tasks
Before your appointment
Tell us the person’s age, educational background and main maths concerns. We’ll explain the appropriate route and preparation.
Children under 16 must have a parent, guardian or agreed facilitator in the room for the entire remote assessment.
We will explain their role beforehand. They should sit behind the child, visible on camera where practical, without helping with test answers.
Please use a laptop, desktop computer or large tablet measuring at least 9 inches (23 cm), with a reliable internet connection, camera, microphone and speakers or headphones. We will check that your equipment meets the requirements of the tests being used. Mobile phones, small tablets and iPad minis are unsuitable for testing.
Choose a quiet, well-lit room without interruptions. Position the camera with your head and shoulders visible, and follow the assessor’s instructions about any adjustments needed.
The findings and next steps
A detailed report explains the findings and provides recommendations for supporting mathematical learning.
Understanding maths difficulties
When numbers are hard to understand
Dyscalculia involves persistent difficulties with numbers and quantities. Maths can also be difficult for other reasons; an assessment explores the wider picture.
Look at everyday experiences
Tell us about difficulties in lessons, work or daily life, including any maths anxiety. Bring a few examples and let us know what support has helped.
Find a useful next step
We will help you consider assessment and practical support. You do not need to know whether it is dyscalculia before contacting us.
WATCH & UNDERSTAND
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Assessment suitability depends on age and individual needs. See the guidance on this page or speak to us.
ASSESSMENT IS THE START. SUPPORT COMES NEXT.
A report should open doors Let’s help you take the next step
Our aftercare helps you understand the findings, choose your priorities and turn recommendations into practical support at home, in education or at work.
