At Clarity Path Dyslexia, I provide specialist assessments to support secondary schools, sixth forms and colleges in gathering evidence for examination access arrangements. As a qualified teacher, experienced SENCo and Level 7 specialist assessor, I understand the importance of ensuring students receive appropriate support to demonstrate their knowledge and abilities in examinations. I offer a flexible and professional assessment service, working directly with schools and colleges across Liverpool and surrounding areas.

Whether you require an assessment for an individual student or a group of learners, I aim to provide a reliable service that supports your existing SEND and examinations processes.

What Are Exam Access Arrangements?

Exam access arrangements are adjustments designed to remove barriers for students with specific learning difficulties, disabilities or other identified needs. They allow eligible students to access examinations without changing the skills or knowledge being assessed.

Depending on individual needs and the relevant examination regulations, arrangements may include:

• 25% extra time
• A reader or computer reader
• A scribe or speech recognition technology
• Supervised rest breaks
• Use of a word processor
• A prompter

Access arrangements must reflect the student's individual needs, their established normal way of working and the current Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations.

Specialist Assessments for Access Arrangements

I provide individual assessments to explore areas of learning that may affect a student's ability to access examinations. Depending on the student's needs and the assessment evidence required, these may include:

• Reading accuracy, fluency and speed
• Reading comprehension
• Writing and handwriting speed
• Cognitive processing speed
• Working memory
• Other relevant aspects of literacy and cognitive processing

Assessments are selected according to the individual student's needs and the relevant JCQ requirements.

Following assessment, I provide clear, standardised assessment results and supporting information to help schools and colleges consider appropriate access arrangements.

Flexible Assessment Services for Schools and Colleges

I understand the demands placed on SENCOs, learning support teams and examinations officers, particularly when gathering evidence and preparing access arrangements applications. My aim is to provide a straightforward, flexible service that supports schools while minimising disruption to the school day.

I can offer:

• Individual student assessments
• Assessments for groups of students
• On-site assessments at your school or college
• Planned assessment sessions throughout the academic year
• Clear communication with SENCOs and relevant school staff
• Assessment findings presented in an accessible and professional format

I am happy to discuss your school's requirements and arrange assessment sessions according to student numbers and availability. All assessments are undertaken with reference to current JCQ regulations and relevant professional assessment standards.

Important information: Schools and colleges remain responsible for establishing a student's normal way of working, gathering the required supporting evidence, determining eligibility and completing any necessary JCQ applications. Specialist assessment findings contribute to this process but do not automatically establish entitlement to access arrangements.

Why Choose Clarity Path Dyslexia?

I bring together extensive experience in education, SEND and specialist assessment.

• Qualified teacher with over 15 years' experience in education
• Experienced practising SENCo and senior school leader
• Level 7 qualified specialist assessor in dyslexia and specific learning difficulties
• Holder of a current Assessment Practising Certificate (APC)
• Professional member of PATOSS
• Experienced in administering and interpreting standardised assessments of literacy, cognitive processing and learning difficulties

Having worked extensively within schools, I understand the practical challenges faced by SENCOs and examinations teams. My approach focuses on accurate assessment, clear communication and providing useful evidence to support informed decisions about students' examination needs.

Access Arrangements Assessment Enquiries

Are you a SENCo, examinations officer or learning support coordinator looking for an external specialist assessor?

I would be happy to discuss how Clarity Path Dyslexia can support your school or college with individual assessments, group assessment sessions or ongoing assessment requirements.

Assessments are available across Liverpool and surrounding areas, with fees discussed according to your school's individual requirements.

Get in touch to discuss availability or request a quotation.

Clarity Path Dyslexia

Email: claritypathdyslexia@gmail.com

Call or WhatsApp: 07897 950330

Website: www.claritypathdyslexia.co.uk