Assessment & Support
Our Services
Dyslexia Assessments
Face-to-face diagnostic dyslexia assessments which can be used to:
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gain greater self-knowledge regarding skills and abilities
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apply for Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) for university study
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highlight support needs and strategies for studying
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identify workplace strategies and support requests for reasonable adjustments
Cost: £495 (+ additional costs if travel outside Portsmouth and/or room hire required).​
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These assessments are available for people aged 16 and over.
Study Skills Tutoring
One-to-one tutoring for university and college students to develop study skills such as organisation, time management, understanding and planning assignments, academic writing, research, referencing, presenting, revision and exam techniques.
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Strategies will be tailored to the individual's preferences and any additional needs such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, etc.
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Sessions will be online. Age 16+
Cost: £45 per hour
Workplace Strategies Coaching
One-to-one coaching to support the development of workplace skills and/or explore the use of assistive technology to help with organisation, prioritising, writing, reading, presenting and communication for people with learning differences or disabilities.
Sessions will be online. Age 16+
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Cost: £45 per hour*
*you may be able to claim Access to Work funding to pay for this support.
About
My name is Sarah Gilbert. I am a highly experienced dyslexia assessor
and tutor with a history of supporting young people and adults within colleges, universities and workplaces.
With more than 15 years’ experience supporting people with specific learning differences (including dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dyscalculia), ADHD, autism, mental health challenges, and long‑term health conditions, I offer tailored study skills support that adapts to each person’s needs. My approach is collaborative and creative, working closely with individuals to identify strategies that genuinely fit their strengths and goals. My aim is to empower people with additional needs to build the skills and confidence they need to thrive in their studies, workplaces, and wider lives.
I am registered as a qualified specialist tutor with the Professional Association of Specific Learning Difference Specialists in Higher Education (PASSHE) and you can find me on their quality assured tutor register: https://passhe.org.uk/members/
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As a fully qualified dyslexia assessor, I hold a current Assessment Practising Certificate (APC), allowing me to provide diagnostic reports that meet the requirements for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) applications in higher education. My registration can be verified through the SASC assessor directory: https://www.sasc.org.uk/find-an-assessor/
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You’re welcome to get in touch for an initial conversation about the support you’re looking for. My contact details are listed below.
