With over 13 years of experience, Elizabeth Downing is an APC-qualified Specialist Dyslexia Assessor providing structured and transparent assessments for children, adults, and university students. All assessments are conducted in line with current SASC guidance and delivered with professional insight, offering clear reports and practical recommendations.
For university students, assessments can also support higher education requirements, including Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) processes.
All screenings are conducted by an APC-qualified assessor. Screening tools are used in line with professional best practice to provide an initial, evidence-informed overview of an individual’s learning profile. Screening does not constitute a diagnostic assessment under SASC guidelines, and a full diagnostic assessment is required for formal identification and support.
Full, in-depth diagnostic assessments for children, adults, and workplace clients, including detailed cognitive and literacy profiling, clear and accessible reporting, and practical, evidence-based recommendations. Assessments are recognised for education, higher education, and workplace support, providing a report suitable for school support, access arrangements, and educational planning. Reports meet the requirements typically expected by UK universities and Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Needs Assessors.
1-to-1 specialist study skills support for university students in receipt of Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA), focusing on organisation, academic strategies, effective learning approaches, and confidence-building. Sessions are tailored to the individual’s learning profile, delivered in a calm, supportive manner, and provide ongoing guidance to help students achieve independence and academic success.
Elizabeth Downing is an APC-qualified Specialist Dyslexia Assessor providing specialist support for students, adults, and workplace clients. She has extensive experience across higher education, adult learning, and professional environments. Her approach is calm, professional, and person-centred, ensuring every individual feels understood and supported throughout the assessment process.
Elizabeth offers clear, evidence-based assessments with practical, strength-focused recommendations. Reports are written in accessible language and are suitable for school support, access arrangements, and educational planning. For university students, reports may also be used for submission to universities and, where appropriate, for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) purposes.
APC-qualified and aligned with current SASC guidance, ensuring all assessments meet professional and institutional standards.
Assessments are conducted in a calm, respectful environment to support clarity, confidence, and understanding.
Elizabeth provides guidance that is easy to understand, practical, and meaningful in real-world settings.
Elizabeth provides professional, personalised assessment and support services designed to identify dyslexia and related learning differences across education and workplace settings. Her approach ensures clarity, accuracy, and practical guidance for every individual.
An initial, evidence-informed assessment offering insight into learning strengths and areas of difficulty. Screening is not a formal diagnosis but helps guide informed decisions about whether a full diagnostic assessment is recommended.
Comprehensive cognitive and literacy profiling conducted by an APC-qualified assessor. Reports are SASC-aligned and suitable for submission to universities, DSA applications, and workplace adjustments, with clear, actionable recommendations.
Professional assessments supporting employees with learning-related difficulties. Includes practical, evidence-based recommendations for reasonable adjustments and strategies to enhance workplace performance.
1-to-1 tuition for university students in receipt of Disabled Students’ Allowance. Sessions focus on academic organisation, independent learning strategies, and building confidence in study skills tailored to individual needs.
Clear, personalised, and evidence-based recommendations to support effective implementation in educational, university, or workplace settings.
Ongoing guidance and support are available for students, parents, or workplace clients requiring clarification or further advice following assessments or tuition.
Every assessment is carried out by Elizabeth in a calm, structured, and professional manner, with a focus on understanding each individual’s learning profile and providing clear, practical guidance for education or workplace settings.
Accessible, inclusive, and strength-based assessment and support. Providing clear guidance to learners across education and adulthood. Professional insight delivered with care, clarity, and warmth
To help individuals understand their learning profile. To provide accurate, reliable dyslexia screening and full diagnostic assessments. To deliver clear, evidence-based recommendations suitable for universities, DSA, and workplace adjustments
Elizabeth made the assessment calm, clear, and very reassuring throughout.
Elizabeth’s report was thorough, easy to understand, and highly practical.
A supportive and professional experience. Elizabeth’s guidance is highly recommended.
Clear insight into your learning profile and expert, APC-qualified support can help students and adults build confidence and achieve their full potential.
A calm, structured process from first contact to final report, ensuring clarity, guidance, and support at every step.
Easy booking with flexible availability to suit students, parents, and adult clients.
Exploring learning history, current concerns, and understanding individual strengths and areas of difficulty.
Structured, supportive sessions tailored to each student or client, delivered by an APC-qualified assessor.
Clear, professional recommendations and evidence-based guidance suitable for universities, workplace, or study support.
Book your assessment or study skills support with Elizabeth Downing. APC-qualified, professional guidance ensures a clear, supportive, and personalised experience for every student or client.
+07359876918
27 Goosey Lane, St Georges, Weston-super-Mare
Monday - Saturday ( 09.00 - 21.00 ) Sunday ( Closed )
Specialist educational and disability support services working with Elizabeth to provide professional, APC-qualified, SASC-aligned assessment and study skills support.
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