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Indicators of Dyslexia in Children

Recognizing the signs at different ages

Pre-School

Late to talk
Difficulty learning nursery rhymes
Enjoys stories but little interest in words or letters
Co-ordination difficulties e.g. getting dressed

Primary School Age

Seems bright but does less well than expected
Difficulties with reading, writing and spelling
Reverses written letters and/or numbers
Difficulty recalling sequences such as instructions, days of week, times tables
Appears inattentive/careless
Poor self-image

Secondary School Age

Still reads slowly and/or inaccurately
Problems with spelling, handwriting, copying from the board
Patchy performance – 'good' and 'bad' days
Confuses dates/places/times
May have areas of strength e.g. maths, art, sport, music

Problems with several of the above may possibly be an indicator of dyslexia.

What to Do Next

If, after reading these indicators, you think your child may be dyslexic, you may want to talk through your possible options:

Talk to the SENCO at your child's school
Get your child screened to assess the likelihood of them being dyslexic – CDA offers this service
Get your child fully assessed – see our 'Helpful Sites and Contacts' page
Talk to the Croydon Dyslexia Association

Croydon Dyslexia Association offers free and impartial advice, information and help to dyslexic people, their families and the professionals who support them.

Joining the CDA

Coming along to the informal open meetings is often one of the first places parents and carers get a chance to talk to others experiencing the same challenges as they are. This sort of informal support network can be vital to some families in the early stages of diagnosis and support.

Members of the CDA will always try to make new families welcome and ensure that you leave the meeting with new hope and new contacts to share ideas and experiences with in the weeks and months ahead.

If you are unsure about coming along to one of our meetings, why not contact the Helpline instead. Our helpful and friendly volunteers will help you to plan your first steps towards supporting your child.

Need Help Finding Support?

Contact the CDA helpline for personalized advice and guidance

Call 0333 111 0066Email Us