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Why It Matters
Why Early Screening Matters
Early detection is crucial. We believe that early identification is the gateway to meaningful support and lifelong success for learners with dyslexia and other invisible learning difficulties.
We offer professional screening and comprehensive assessments using validated, evidence-based tools that are carefully customised to the Kenyan context. Our assessments are conducted by trained professionals to accurately identify learning needs, inform intervention strategies, and guide both parents and educators.
Our Assessment and Therapy Centre, located at Rare Gem Talent School, provides a safe, supportive environment where learners receive holistic support from identification to targeted intervention and therapy.
We deeply understand the learning gaps, frustration, and emotional distress that arise when learning difficulties go unidentified. Many children are misunderstood, labelled, or left behind, not because they lack ability, but because their needs are not recognised.
That is why we are committed to early screening, timely assessment, and structured intervention, ensuring that every learner is seen, understood, and supported to reach their full potential.
Warning Signs
Signs Your Child May Have Dyslexia
No single sign confirms dyslexia, but if your child shows several of these indicators, a screening is strongly recommended.
- Difficulty learning letter names and sounds
- Struggles to rhyme words or identify similar sounds
- Slow, laboured reading with many errors
- Avoids reading aloud or refuses to read
- Poor spelling despite repeated effort
- Difficulty with sequencing (days of the week, months, etc.)
- Confuses similar letters (b/d, p/q, m/n)
- Slow to complete written work compared to spoken ability
- Strong listening comprehension but weak reading comprehension
- Family history of reading difficulties
Our Services
What We Offer
Basic Dyslexia Screening
A rapid initial screening to identify indicators of dyslexia in children from age 5 upwards. Conducted by trained DOK practitioners.
Comprehensive Assessment
A full psycho-educational assessment providing a detailed profile of the child's strengths and challenges, with written report and recommendations.
School-Based Screening
DOK can visit your school to screen multiple learners, identifying those who may benefit from further assessment or support.
Parent Consultation
A one-to-one consultation with a DOK specialist to discuss your child's learning profile and the right next steps for them.
The Process
How It Works
01
Contact DOK
Reach out by phone, WhatsApp, or email to discuss your concerns and book an appointment.
02
Initial Consultation
A brief call or meeting to understand your child’s history and determine the right type of screening.
03
Screening Day
A supportive, child-friendly assessment session at our Nairobi centre or your school.
04
Results & Next Steps
A clear report with findings, recommendations, and a tailored plan for moving forward.
Don't Wait — Book a Screening Today
The sooner dyslexia is identified, the sooner your child can get the right support. Contact DOK today to arrange a screening.
- Is your child not progressing as expected?
- Have his/her teachers raised concerns?
- Is extra support needed in school?
- Are there long-standing learning challenges with no clear answers?
- Would professional guidance be helpful?
