Dyslexia Screening Tool

This free online dyslexia screener is available for adults, children (under 16), and teens (16–17). It uses weighted scoring based on British Dyslexia Association (BDA)-proportional thresholds to produce a low, moderate, or high risk result.

About the Screener

  • 26 questions covering reading, writing, spelling, and working memory
  • Weighted scoring: HIGH (×3), MEDIUM (×2), STANDARD (×1) — maximum 120 points
  • Thresholds: below 52 = low risk, 52–77 = moderate risk, 78+ = high risk
  • Results explain what your score means and what to do next
  • Booking available for a full diagnostic assessment

Dyslexia is a specific learning difference that primarily affects reading, writing, and spelling. It is not related to intelligence and affects around 10% of the population. A screening tool cannot diagnose dyslexia — only a qualified assessor can do that.