How are we different?
Comprehensive Assessment
Reading is made up of many different skills, including writing! Two children may both struggle with reading, but for completely different reasons.
Without a thorough assessment, instruction often becomes guesswork.
Our assessment provides a clear picture of your child's strengths, areas for growth, and the skills that should be targeted first to help them make meaningful progress.
We understand why your child is struggling
Every child learns differently. That's why every reading intervention program at Arise Reading Co. begins with a comprehensive reading assessment.
Our goal isn't simply to determine whether your child is below grade level. Our goal is to understand why they are struggling and identify the specific skills that need to be strengthened.
This allows us to create an individualized learning plan and place your child in the small group that best matches their current skill level.
Our Comprehensive Assessment Process
We use two research-based assessments that work together to provide a complete understanding of your child's reading development.
Reading Skills Assessment
Our reading skills assessment evaluates the skills children use every day when reading and spelling.
This includes:
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Letter-sound knowledge
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Phonics and decoding
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Spelling (encoding)
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High-frequency word recognition
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Reading fluency
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Sentence writing
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Advanced phonics patterns and morphology (when appropriate)
This assessment tells us what reading skills your child has already mastered and what skills they are ready to learn next.
Phonological Awareness Assessment
Strong reading begins long before children read words on a page.
Phonological awareness is the ability to hear, identify, and manipulate the individual sounds in spoken words. Research has consistently shown that these skills are among the strongest predictors of reading success.
This assessment helps us determine whether an underlying weakness in phonological awareness may be contributing to your child's reading difficulties.
Rather than simply seeing that a child is struggling, we gain valuable insight into why they may be struggling.
Why we use both assessments
Many assessments can tell us that a student is behind.
Our assessment process helps us understand why.
By combining information from both assessments, we can identify whether your child needs support with:
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Foundational phonological awareness
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Phonics and decoding
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Spelling and encoding
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Reading fluency
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Advanced word reading skills
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Morphology and word analysis
This comprehensive approach allows us to develop targeted instruction that focuses on the skills that will have the greatest impact on your child's reading growth.
What you will receive
Following your child's assessment, you will receive:
✓ An in-depth written assessment report
✓ An explanation of your child's strengths and areas for growth
✓ Personalized instructional recommendations
✓ A recommended placement in one of our small reading groups based on skill level
We'll also take time to answer your questions and explain the results in parent-friendly language, so you'll leave with a clear understanding of your child's reading profile.
Assessment details
Assessment Length: Approximately 60–75 minutes
Assessment Fee: $75
Assessments are completed individually in a relaxed, supportive environment to help your child feel comfortable and confident throughout the process.
Ready to get started?
The first step toward confident reading begins with understanding your child's unique learning profile.
Schedule your reading assessment today and let us help create a personalized plan for your child's success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a reading assessment?
A reading assessment is a comprehensive evaluation that measures a student's current reading abilities, including phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, and comprehension. It provides a clear baseline to guide our Orton-Gillingham intervention.
How long does the assessment process take?
The assessment typically takes between 30-45 minutes, depending on the student's age and the specific areas being evaluated.
What is Orton-Gillingham Structured Literacy?
Orton-Gillingham is a multi-sensory teaching method that breaks down reading into its component parts. It emphasizes phonics, phonemic awareness, and sight word instruction to build lasting literacy skills.
How often are assessments conducted?
Assessments are typically conducted at the beginning of enrollment and every 12 weeks after that.
What happens if we complete the assessment and the group my child qualifies for is full?
If the group your child qualifies for is full, we’ll add them to a priority list for the next available open spot.
What is your cancellation and rescheduling policy?
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please contact us at least 24 hours before your scheduled assessment. Missed appointments or cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are not refundable.