Somerset, Bath and Bristol

Dyslexia assessments and tuition that give families clear next steps

If your child is bright and capable but reading, writing or spelling still feels harder than expected, I can help you understand what is happening and what to do next.

AMBDA qualifiedCurrent APC20+ years teachingEnhanced DBS
Suzy Sheppard, specialist dyslexia assessor

How I can help

Specialist support for assessment, screening and 1:1 teaching

Full diagnostic assessment

Comprehensive SASC-aligned assessment with a clear report, practical recommendations, and guidance for home and school.

Short dyslexia screening

A calm first step if you are unsure whether your child needs a full assessment. GBP 150, deducted if assessment is booked within three months.

1:1 dyslexia tuition

Structured, multisensory teaching for reading, spelling, writing and confidence. Tuition is GBP 50 per hour.

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Which route is right?

Start from the question you need answered

1

Need an initial indication?

A short screening helps decide whether a full diagnostic assessment would be useful.

2

Need formal evidence?

A full assessment creates a detailed profile and, where appropriate, identifies dyslexia.

3

Need ongoing teaching?

1:1 dyslexia tuition builds literacy skills, confidence and independent strategies over time.

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Independent specialist assessor

Qualified guidance from someone who understands schools and learners

I am an AMBDA-qualified specialist dyslexia assessor with a Postgraduate Diploma in Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia), current Assessment Practising Certificate and over 20 years' experience supporting children across educational settings.

I also have experience supporting neurodivergent learners with overlapping profiles including attention, executive functioning, processing, coordination and sensory or physical needs.

What parents say

Families leave with clearer answers and practical next steps

"Suzy helped us finally understand our child's difficulties. The assessment was clear, thorough and incredibly supportive. We now feel much more confident about how to help."

Parent, Bath

"From the first conversation, Suzy was reassuring and knowledgeable. She made the whole process feel manageable and gave us clear next steps. It has made a real difference for our child."

Parent of Year 5 pupil

"Suzy has supported my daughter with GCSE English and made a real difference in a short time. Her confidence and understanding have both improved, and her recent mock result reflects that progress. Suzy is approachable, knowledgeable, and always well prepared - I would highly recommend her."

Parent, Glastonbury

Not sure what your child needs?

I will help you decide whether screening, a full assessment or tuition is the right next step.