Dyslexia Screening Post 16

This checklist is designed to help you reflect on whether you may have indicators of dyslexia, and whether a full diagnostic assessment could be beneficial. It takes about 5 minutes and is completely free to use.

This tool combines reflective self-report questions adapted from the checklist created by Smythe & Everatt (2001), and incorporates current understanding from the Delphi Consensus Definition of Dyslexia (Carroll et al., 2025). It captures both potential challenges and strengths often associated with dyslexia.

Please note:

This is not a diagnostic tool and cannot confirm dyslexia. It is intended to raise awareness of patterns and features that may suggest the need for a full diagnostic assessment by a qualified professional.

Name

First Name

Last Name

Phone

We collect your responses solely to generate the screener result and (if you choose) arrange a call‑back or appointment. Data will be stored securely and deleted after 6 months in line with UK GDPR.

I consent to you processing this information for the purposes described.

I find spelling everyday words challenging, even when I try to check them.

I feel uncomfortable or avoid reading aloud in front of others.

I read more slowly than others and find it hard to read smoothly.

I sometimes misread short or common words (e.g. “from” vs “form”).

I struggle to sound out unfamiliar words when reading.

I confuse words that sound similar (e.g. “specific” vs. “pacific”).

I often forget verbal instructions or details I've just heard.

I had difficulty learning letter sounds when I was younger.

I lose my place when reading or have to reread sections to understand them.

I take longer to complete written tasks compared to others.

Letters or words sometimes move, blur, or appear jumbled when I read.

I have to work harder than others to achieve the same academic or work results.

I find myself skipping lines or missing words when reading.

Teachers, colleagues, or family members have noticed/commented on my challenges with reading or writing.

I’ve always found reading and writing have been harder for me than other kinds of learning.

If you are human, leave this field blank.

Dyslexia Screening Post 16

Pin It on Pinterest