Although signs of the condition are present from an early age, children vary widely in their rate of development. This means a definite diagnosis of DCD does not usually happen until a child with the condition is 5 years old or more.

At what age is dyspraxia diagnosed?

PRIMARY AGE CHILDREN (4 - 10)

Though parents may notice differences in toddlers, Developmental Dyspraxia (Developmental Co-ordination Disorder) is rarely diagnosed before the age of 5. Ideally, a multi-disciplinary team at your local Child Development Centre will do this.

Can you get dyspraxia later in life?

It's not known what causes dyspraxia. You may be at a higher risk of developing it if you were born prematurely. Dyspraxia is more common in men and often runs in families.