Ask a school psychologist, educational psychologist, or licensed neuropsychologist for a dyslexia evaluation
Request a reading and language assessment through the school
Get a hearing and vision check to rule out other causes
Review developmental, family, and school history
Test phonological awareness
Test decoding skills
Test word recognition
Test reading fluency
Test spelling ability
Test reading comprehension
Test rapid naming speed
Test working memory and processing speed
Compare reading skills with age and grade expectations
Use standardized tests designed for dyslexia screening and diagnosis
Look for patterns of difficulty with accurate or fluent word reading and spelling
Confirm that problems are not mainly caused by lack of instruction, language barriers, or other conditions
Follow up with a qualified professional for a formal diagnosis