Not Sure What's Really Going on with Your Reader?
A Snack and Recess Reading assessment gives you clear, specific answers-- grounded in the science of reading, not guesswork.
What's included:
- A 1-hour, one-on-one student assessment session
- A 30-minute parent debrief meeting to walk through results together
- A written summary sent after, outlining findings and next steps
What we look at (based on your child's needs):
- Phonological awareness
- Phonics knowledge
- Oral reading fluency
- Reading comprehension
- Spelling patterns
Every assessment is tailored — we only screen the areas that matter for your child, so you get a focused picture instead of a generic report.
Choose your assessment level
Standard Assessment — $199
- 1-hour student assessment
- 30-minute parent debrief
- Written summary with findings and next steps
Comprehensive Assessment — $275
- Everything in the Standard Assessment, plus:
- Communication with your child's current teacher
- Review of existing records (neuropsychological evaluations, school-created literacy plans, 504s, or IEPs) to inform a fuller picture
The Comprehensive tier is a great fit if your child already has a diagnosis, plan, or team of support in place — it lets us build on what's already known instead of starting from scratch.
What happens next
You'll walk away with a clear, written understanding of your child's reading strengths and needs. If it's helpful, we can match you with a tutor suited to those needs — but there's no obligation to purchase tutoring. The assessment stands on its own as a tool for understanding where your child is and what to do next.
Ready to get started?
Our littlest learners love phonogram river rocks. This group is food-themed, for play kitchens, but we use more common keywords during assessment sessions.
Is Your Child six or under?
An Early Literacy Assessment Can Provide Answers
Not every young reader is ready for a phonics-focused screener — sometimes what you need first is a clear picture of pre-reading foundations. This assessment is built for preschool and early kindergarten-aged children, looking at the building blocks that come before formal reading instruction.
What we look at:
- Letter naming (uppercase and lowercase)
- Alphabet writing / name writing
- Pencil grip and fine motor control
- Following simple directions
- Book handling knowledge (how to hold and open a book)
- Print directionality (left-to-right, return sweep)
Early Literacy Readiness — $175
- 45-minute student assessment session (shorter, play-based, age-appropriate)
- 30-minute parent debrief
- Written summary with findings and simple, actionable next steps for home or preschool
This tier is a great starting point if your child hasn't begun formal reading instruction yet, or if you want a baseline before kindergarten.