Dyslexia Services in Essex: Empowering Minds and Growing Futures

We offer expert dyslexia assessments in Colchester and tailored dyslexia tuition to help individuals with dyslexia thrive, including specialized dyslexia assessments for those in North Essex.

About Us

My Story

I started this journey as a parent, just like you—searching for answers, support, and a way forward. When our daughter began struggling in primary school, we didn’t know why she was falling behind despite her efforts. In Year 5, she was diagnosed with dyslexia, and everything changed. With the right support, including dyslexia assessments in Colchester, she began to grow in confidence and thrive. My husband is also dyslexic, so we’ve seen both the challenges and the unique strengths dyslexia can bring.

Alongside my personal experience, I am a qualified teacher with over 19 years of experience, currently working as a SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) in a local school, where I support children with a wide range of learning needs every day. In 2024, I decided to take my passion for supporting those with dyslexia further and began training as a specialist teacher and assessor for dyslexia. I now offer personalized tuition, informal screenings, and formal dyslexia assessments in North Essex to help other families access the support their children need—just as we once did for our own. If you're looking for dyslexia tuition in Colchester, I am here to help.

What I Offer

I offer a range of supportive services tailored to children with dyslexia and other learning differences in Colchester and North Essex. My regular dyslexia tuition sessions are delivered with a personalised approach, drawing on my extensive experience as a qualified specialist teacher and my background in special educational needs (SEND). For families looking to better understand their child’s learning profile, I provide informal dyslexia screenings with practical recommendations for both home and school. Additionally, I conduct full, formal dyslexia assessments in Colchester, following current professional standards. These dyslexia assessments provide clear insights, a detailed written report, and guidance on the next steps to ensure your child receives the support they need to thrive.

Qualifications

BA (HONS) Primary Education with QTS, along with a Post Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice: National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination, provides a strong foundation for understanding diverse learning needs. I hold a Level 7 Post Graduate Certificate in Dyslexia / Literacy Difficulties, which enhances my ability to conduct dyslexia assessments in Colchester and the surrounding areas. Additionally, I have achieved Accredited Teacher Status with The British Dyslexia Association and am an Associate Member of the British Dyslexia Association (AMBDA). My qualifications are further complemented by an Assessment Practicing Certificate (APC) with the BDA, allowing me to perform comprehensive dyslexia assessments in North Essex. As an Essex Autism Advanced Practitioner, I also offer tailored dyslexia tuition to support students in overcoming their literacy challenges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at emilyhale.dyslexiaservices@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What is Dyslexia and Specific Learning Difficulties?

Specific learning difficulties (SpLDs) is an umbrella term used to cover a variety of difficulties which can range in their severity. Dyslexia is the most commonly known difficulty. It affects both written and spoken language. It occurs due to difficulty with information processing particularly sounds in spoken words, visual and auditory perceptual skills as well as working memory. The main specific learning difficulties include:

Dyslexia - difficulty with reading and spelling
Dysgraphia - writing difficulties
Dyspraxia or Developmental Coordination Delay (DCD) - fine and gross motor planning difficulties
Dyscalculia - extreme difficulty with understanding numbers
Learning difficulties typically affect an individual's motor skills, information processing and memory.

What ages do you work with?

Emily Hale Dyslexia Services works with children from age 4 to 11 for tuition and can assess individuals from age 8 to 18 years.

What is the difference between screening and assessment?

I offer both informal dyslexia screenings and full formal assessments, depending on your child’s needs. A screening is a shorter, informal process that helps identify possible signs of dyslexia. While it doesn’t provide a diagnosis, it offers valuable insights into your child’s learning profile, along with practical recommendations for support at home and school. A formal assessment, on the other hand, is a detailed, diagnostic evaluation. It explores areas such as memory, processing speed, reading, and writing, and results in a comprehensive written report. This can confirm whether your child has dyslexia and includes clear guidance for next steps, including school support and exam access arrangements if needed. A formal diagnosis is valid for life, including for DSA at university.

How do I know if my child needs a dyslexia assessment or tuition?

If your child is struggling with reading, writing, spelling, or retaining information, it can be difficult to know whether tuition alone is enough or if a full assessment is needed. I offer an initial informal screening which can help identify whether there are indicators of dyslexia. From there, I can recommend the best next steps—whether it’s targeted tuition, further monitoring, or a formal diagnostic assessment. Every child is different, and I’m here to help you make the right choice based on your child’s individual needs.

What is your Privacy Policy?

Emily Hale Dyslexia Services is committed to protecting your information and keeping it securely. Our privacy policy explains about the type of data we collect about you when you contact us and how we store, handle and keep that data safe.

If you have any queries about this privacy policy and how we use your information you can contact us by emailing: emilyhale.dyslexiaservices@gmail.com

Protecting your data

When we collect or process your personal data we are regulated by the UK General Data Protection Regulations and we are responsible for that information.

What information do we collect from you?

We need to hold your personal information so that we can provide services such as advice, support, assessment and training to you or to keep you informed about services that may be of interest to you. This may include:

Your name and address
Your email address of telephone number
Information about you or your children from school, college, university, employer or other professionals
Financial information if you are buying goods or services

How do we use your personal information?

We use your personal information to:

Provide the services and products that you have asked us for
Provide you with advice, support and services in relation to dyslexia and other neurodiverse conditions in education or the workplace
Send you information that we think may be of interest to you. You may opt out of receiving these at any time.

Who might we share your personal information with?

We will not share your personal information with anyone unless this is explained to you at the time we collect the information, you give us your permission to or we are legally required to do so.
With your consent we may share information with third parties which may include:
- Specialist teachers, assessors or other professionals so that they can support you
- Education Providers
- Employers

How do we store your information?

Any personal information you give us will be processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation which applies across the European Union, including the United Kingdom and we are responsible as controller or processor of that personal information

How long will we hold your personal information?

We will hold your information for as long as is needed to provide you with the services that you have requested.
We are required to keep diagnostic assessment reports up to the age of 25 for children under 18 or for 7 years for adults.

If you wish to contact us with any questions about this privacy policy or the information we hold about you, please contact us by email.

Dyslexia Services in Essex: Empowering Minds and Growing Futures