Helping You Overcome Learning Barriers
At Annalize du Toit Optometrists, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn and thrive. If your child struggles with reading, writing, or comprehension, they may be experiencing dyslexia or other visual processing difficulties that impact their learning.
Our SGDA Dyslexia Evaluation is a comprehensive assessment tool designed to accurately identify the type and grade level of dyslexia, providing personalised recommendations to improve reading and learning outcomes.
Using scientifically backed methods, we assess both visual and cognitive factors affecting learning, ensuring your child gets the support they need. This evaluation is approved by the Department of Education and HPCSA, making it a trusted resource for parents and educators.
Understanding your child’s learning challenges is the first step toward unlocking their full potential!
What It Is?
SGDA Dyslexia Evaluation is a specialised diagnostic assessment that helps identify and understand dyslexia-related challenges. Many learning difficulties can stem from visual processing issues, making this eye-focused evaluation essential for a proper diagnosis.
Our experienced optometrists conduct a thorough assessment. By identifying underlying vision-related difficulties, we can help improve reading fluency, comprehension, and overall academic performance.
Assessment includes:
- A comprehensive eye exam
- Visual perceptual and motor skills assessment
- SGDA diagnostic tool
- Tailored recommendations
Why You Need It?
Dyslexia is more common than you think
It affects 1 in 10 people and often goes undiagnosed, leading to frustration in school and daily life.
Vision and reading go hand in hand
If the brain struggles to process words visually, learning challenges arise. This evaluation helps determine if vision plays a role in your child’s difficulties.
Early detection leads to better outcomes
Identifying dyslexia early allows for targeted intervention and customised learning strategies, ensuring that children get the right support to excel.
It’s more than just letters switching places
Dyslexia can affect focus, memory, and comprehension. Our holistic evaluation provides an in-depth understanding of how your child processes information.
By knowing what your child is facing, we can help them develop the skills they need to thrive in school and beyond.
What to Expect?
A safe, supportive, and structured assessment process designed to put both children and parents at ease. Here’s how it works:
- Step 1: Discussion & History – We talk with parents about the child’s learning challenges, struggles, and school experiences.
- Step 2: Comprehensive Eye Exam – Evaluating vision clarity, depth perception, and visual focus.
- Step 3: Visual Perceptual & Motor Skills Testing – Analyzing how the brain interprets written words and symbols.
- Step 4: SGDA Dyslexia Diagnostic Tool – Identifying the type and grade level of dyslexia.
- Step 5: Personalised Report & Recommendations – We provide clear guidance on the next steps, whether it’s visual therapy, reading strategies, or additional learning support.
We take the time to explain the results in an easy-to-understand way, ensuring you have the tools and resources to help your child succeed.
