Many left waiting more than two years for dyslexia assessment, group warns

In 2015 just 26% of assessments were done publicly, primarily through the National Educational Psychological Service (NEPS). By 2022 this dropped to just 14%.

Access to dyslexia assessment remains challenging for both children and adults, with many waiting over two years to be initially assessed for the learning condition, the Dyslexia Association of Ireland has warned.

According to the group, the public assessment system is increasingly failing to meet the demand for dyslexia assessments, leaving many with no other option but to seek private assessments.