Dyslexia screening should never be delayed by outdated systems or long waiting lists. This story shows how Talamo helped one trust move from years of slow processes to fast, supportive results that benefited staff, parents, and most importantly, learners.

Context & Challenge

Schools across the UK face increasing pressure to identify learning difficulties quickly, yet many are still using tools from the early 2000s. Vicky Prudham, a Multi School Trust SEND Lead, described the challenge clearly: a growing number of children needed support, but waiting lists for council-led dyslexia assessments stretched endlessly. This left pupils stuck without the right adaptations for lessons. In her words:

“We have used one before which was all paper based and from early 2000s.”

This reliance on outdated methods caused delays and added stress for families and staff.

Adaptation & Roll-out

Talamo’s digital approach offered a faster, friendlier solution. After an initial meeting, staff found the platform intuitive and easy to integrate. The trust trialled the screener with a pupil already flagged for a dyslexia assessment, and the difference was immediate. Vicky explained:

“The initial meeting with the team was great and very informative. Staff [were] always quick to respond to any questions I had.”

The onboarding was smooth, with training and quick answers ensuring teachers felt confident using the tool.

From trial to roll-out, the process moved quickly, showing how technology can remove long delays and give staff the tools they need to act sooner.

Impact and Results

The impact was felt across the trust. The pupil who trialled Talamo laughed and enjoyed the experience, especially thanks to the engaging cat character who gives instructions. Vicky noted:

 “He still talks about the cat!”

For teachers and SENDCos, Talamo produced clear, quick reports that highlighted areas of concern and suggested practical adaptions. Parents were equally impressed, with feedback highlighting how the results helped guide support both at school and at home.

Most importantly, the tool turned months of waiting into immediate action. Instead of sitting on a council list, the child received the right adaptations for lessons straight away. This shift represents time saved, stress reduced, and better outcomes for learners.

Next Steps & Scalability

The success of one child’s trial has opened the door for wider adoption across the trust. With Talamo, scaling is straightforward: multiple schools can access the same platform, ensuring consistent practice and saving time for SENDCos. Vicky’s recommendation is clear:

“Highly recommend Talamo. Not only a great assessment tool, lovely staff there too.”

As more schools face stretched resources, the ability to roll out quickly across cohorts makes Talamo a valuable partner for long-term impact.

Conclusion

Talamo has transformed long, uncertain waiting lists into immediate and supportive pathways for learners, teachers, and families.

School leaders ready to take the next step can book a demo here, and you can also visit our blog to explore more success stories and resources.