Fusion Dyslexia Hub is a South Yorkshire-based service available to families and education settings, offering high-quality and in-depth diagnostic dyslexia assessments for children aged 8 to 16. We are part of the wider Fusion SEND Hub, a special educational needs service based at Talbot Specialist School in Sheffield. Our specialist dyslexia teacher, Alethea Broadway, is highly qualified and experienced, providing timely assessments and clear, professional diagnostic reports. Advice and guidance are provided for families and educators, with a focus on practical, realistic and up-to-date recommendations. In most instances, assessments are carried out within the child’s educational setting (with the school’s agreement), reducing the need for travel and minimising disruption to school attendance. When needed, there is also the option of using
our dedicated office at Talbot Specialist School.
The cost of an assessment is £550 + VAT (£660 including VAT). This will result in a full diagnostic report including targeted recommendations for your child. If the assessment does not result in a diagnosis of dyslexia, a full report will still be provided with recommendations made according to their identified strengths and needs. For more information about Fusion Dyslexia Hub and availability, please contact Alethea at abroadway@fusionsendhub.co.uk
As well as being a qualified teacher (primary QTS) and special educational needs coordinator (SENCO), with extensive experience of teaching and school leadership, Alethea holds additional qualifications and memberships including:
PGCert SpLD (Dyslexia) with ATS (Accredited Teacher Status), PGCert SEND and Inclusion: Dyslexia Specialist Assessment, Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET), Assessment Practising Certificate (APC), member of the Dyslexia Guild (a professional membership organisation for specialist teachers and assessors) and the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Please note that, if a child’s educational setting has suitably identified their difficulties and is addressing them, a diagnostic dyslexia assessment may not be necessary at this point. A formal diagnosis should not be required to access support at school. However, a formal diagnosis can offer children and their families clarity about their needs, aiding in securing support, future planning and self-identity.
A formal diagnosis of dyslexia is only essential to access support at university level (under current guidelines). However, individuals only ever require one diagnosis. People do not grow out of specific learning difficulties and, as a result, families may choose to pursue assessment earlier.