Some tips on taking our Dyslexia and Cognitive Profiler. Follow these to ensure you get the most accurate results.
Before you start
Time needed: ~45 minutes for 10 activities. You can do this in multiple sessions, just make sure an activity is complete for exiting.
Device: Laptop or tablet (latest Chrome/Safari/Edge). Plug in or >30% battery.
Sound: Headphones recommended. Check volume is comfortable.
Keyboard: Helpful for spelling tasks (on-screen keyboard is okay but slower).
Internet: Stable connection; close other tabs/apps.
Quiet space: Seat your child at a table/desk with minimal distractions.
How it works
Your child will complete 10 short activities looking at things like reading, spelling, sounds, working memory and attention.
Each activity begins with clear on-screen instructions and (where relevant) audio.
Your child answers by clicking/tapping or typing depending on the task.
They’ll see one activity at a time. A progress bar shows how far they’ve gone.
Their progress is saved after each completed activity. If you leave an activity early, no progress will be saved!
What you can do
Help with getting set up (sound, screen brightness, logging in).
Read the on-screen instructions aloud if your child struggles to read them.
Encourage calmly: “Take your time” / “Do your best” / “It’s okay to skip if you’re not sure.”
Offer a short 1–2 minute break between activities if they look tired.
What you can't do
For Reading or Speed, do not read out any of the questions.
Don’t coach answers, spell words for them, point to the answer, or say “that one’s wrong.”
Don’t let anyone else help.
A few quick tips!
It's ok to skip if they're not sure.
If you need to logout of the screener for any reason, just go back to your main account and click 'Continue' to pick up where you left off.
If you're not hearing any sound, check headphones, speakers and browser permissions first. If still an issue, email us at hello@talamo.co.uk