dyslexia&
SPLD Assessments
PATOSS Professional Member
(East Midlands)
Mr Ed Garnham BA(Hons), PGCE, CertEd (SPLD), DipPsych, CertEd (SLD/PMLD), DipCBSS, PPM
Dyslexia & Dyscalculia Assessments in Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
Specialist private dyslexia, dyscalculia, literacy, maths and neurodiversity assessments for children, young people and adults.
I'm Ed Garnham, an experienced specialist assessor based in Hucknall, near Nottingham. I provide personalised diagnostic assessments to help identify learning differences, understand individual strengths and challenges, and find the right support.
With over 10 years in private practice and more than 1,000 satisfied clients, I offer a friendly, professional and supportive approach.
You speak directly to me throughout — from your first enquiry to your assessment, report and beyond.
Dyslexia diagnostic assessment
Dyscalculia diagnostic assessment
Dyspraxia / DCD screening and educational assessments
ADHD screening and educational assessments
Contact me now or arrange a call back to discuss any questions you may have.
Specialist Dyslexia, Dyscalculia & SpLD Assessments
Understanding learning differences and finding the right support.
I provide comprehensive, individual assessments to explore difficulties with literacy, numeracy and other aspects of learning. Every assessment is tailored to your individual needs, helping to identify strengths, understand challenges and provide clear, practical recommendations.
Dyslexia Assessments
Specialist diagnostic assessments exploring difficulties with reading, spelling, writing, memory and processing. Discover whether dyslexia may be affecting learning and how the right strategies and support can make a difference.
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Dyscalculia & Maths Assessments
Comprehensive assessments investigating difficulties with numbers, calculations, mathematical understanding and related learning skills. Identify whether dyscalculia or other maths-related learning difficulties may be contributing to ongoing challenges.
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Wider Specific Learning Difficulties & Neurodiversity
Learning differences can overlap. Where appropriate, I explore difficulties involving attention, working memory, processing speed, organisation and coordination, helping to build a clearer picture of individual learning needs.
I can also identify indicators that may warrant further investigation for conditions such as ADHD or dyspraxia (DCD).
Dyslexia & Dyscalculia Assessments for All Ages
Helping children, students and adults understand how they learn.
Learning differences can affect people at any stage of life. Whether difficulties have only recently become apparent or you've experienced them for years, understanding the reasons behind them can make a real difference.
Children & Young People
If your child is struggling at school, falling behind despite their efforts or losing confidence in their abilities, I can help identify possible underlying learning difficulties and recommend appropriate support.
[Assessments for Children & Young People]
College & University Students
Moving into further or higher education can bring new challenges. I provide assessments to help students understand their learning needs and obtain diagnostic evidence that may support applications for Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) and reasonable adjustments.
Adults & Working Professionals
Perhaps you've always found certain tasks more difficult than expected, or you're beginning to recognise signs of a learning difference. It's never too late to seek answers. An assessment can offer clarity, reassurance and practical recommendations for everyday life or employment.
Screening for dyslexia or dyscalculia
Screening is less expensive than a full diagnostic assessment. Find out more here.
Why Choose Mr Ed for Your Assessment?
Choosing the right person to carry out a dyslexia or dyscalculia assessment is important. You want someone who understands learning differences, listens to your concerns and explains things clearly. With over 25 years' experience in education and specialist support services, I bring extensive professional knowledge to every assessment.
My background includes working as a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCO), alongside experience mainstream and specialist education, psychology and child and adolescent mental health services.
As a qualified specialist assessor registered with PATOSS, the report is suitable for DSA Student Finance or Access to Work, and may be submitted as evidence for an EHCP or to support your child's school. You can check my registration using the SASC register, or by searching through the PATOSS Assessor tutor Index.
What You Can Expect
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Speak to me throughout: You'll deal directly with me, from your initial enquiry through to your assessment, results and any follow-up questions.
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A relaxed, supportive environment: I take time to help you feel comfortable, with an assessment experience tailored to your individual needs.
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Clear explanations: I'll explain what the findings mean in straightforward language, without unnecessary jargon.
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Practical, personalised advice: My recommendations are designed to make a meaningful difference at school, university, work or in everyday life.
My aim is simple: to make the assessment process as comfortable, informative and useful as possible.
Dyslexia
SpLD Maths
Dyscalculia
AD(H)D
DCD
Physical Health
ASC
'dysgraphia'
Mental Health
Looking Beyond Dyslexia & Dyscalculia
Understanding the whole person, not just a diagnosis.
Learning differences rarely fit neatly into boxes. Dyslexia and dyscalculia can overlap with difficulties involving attention, working memory, processing speed and coordination.
I believe a good assessment should consider the wider picture, recognising that everyone has their own combination of strengths and challenges.
Rather than simply looking for a label, I explore how different aspects of learning may be connected and how they affect everyday life.
Where appropriate, I can identify indicators of other neurodevelopmental differences, such as ADHD or dyspraxia (DCD), and recommend further specialist investigation.
My goal is to help you understand not just what you find difficult, but why — and, most importantly, what might help.
Contact me now or arrange a call back to discuss any questions you may have.
Diagnostic Assessment Reports for Education & Employment
Clear answers, practical recommendations and evidence to support your next steps.
Following your assessment, I'll provide a comprehensive diagnostic report that explains the findings, identifies individual strengths and difficulties, and recommends appropriate strategies and support.
Depending on your circumstances and the requirements of the relevant organisation, my reports can provide evidence to support:
Schools & Colleges
Helping teachers and support staff understand learning needs, consider appropriate adjustments and plan targeted support.
University & Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)
Providing diagnostic evidence that may support DSA applications through Student Finance and discussions about reasonable adjustments in higher education.
Employment & Access to Work
Helping adults understand how learning differences may affect their work and providing recommendations that can inform workplace adjustments or Access to Work applications.
I aim to make every report clear, meaningful and genuinely useful — not simply a document containing test results.