School testing differs from our dyslexia testing in Overland Park because my private evaluations are more comprehensive. They focus on the exact nature of the learning problem, not only service eligibility. School testing asks whether a child qualifies for support. My evaluation looks more deeply at the severity of the difficulty, the cognitive profile behind it, and the strategies that can help most.

A child can absolutely have both ADHD and dyslexia, and that overlap is more common than many families realize. Because the two can look similar in school, I assess for both patterns so we don’t miss an important part of the picture. Intervention plans also change depending on whether the struggle is attention-based, reading-based, or both.

Good grades do not rule out dyslexia because many bright children work incredibly hard to hide their struggles. I often see students who keep up on paper but do it through extra time, stress, avoidance, or exhaustion. When school takes far more effort than it should, an evaluation can still be very helpful.

The difference is that dyslexia affects reading, dysgraphia affects writing, and dyscalculia affects math. A child can have one of these, two of them, or all three together. I assess across academic areas so families understand exactly where the learning breakdown is happening and what type of support fits best.

An evaluation from having dyslexia testing in Overland Park can support an IEP conversation, but the school makes the final decision about eligibility. What I provide is detailed documentation, clear findings, and recommendations that schools can use when reviewing your child’s needs. That often gives families a stronger foundation for school meetings and support planning.