As a parent, you’re constantly trying to figure out what your child needs — academically, emotionally, and socially. You help with homework, encourage good study habits, and try to stay involved. But what if the way you’re helping isn’t quite how your child learns best?
That’s where a learning style assessment comes in — and why it’s something every parent should take seriously.
Every child has a natural way of engaging with the world. Some thrive with colour-coded visuals. Others learn best by talking things through. Some need to physically do something to understand it. These are all signs of learning preferences — and understanding them can completely change how your child learns, how you support them, and how they feel about school.
At Unify, we use the VARK model to assess learning preferences across four key styles:
No child fits perfectly into one style forever — they grow, adapt, and often blend between two. But knowing their current preference gives you a clearer starting point.
Unify’s Learning Style Assessment is designed for two key age groups:
Children aged 6–12
Teens aged 13–18
Each version is age-appropriate, easy to complete, and focused on giving practical, parent-friendly insights you can use immediately — not just education jargon.
The assessment doesn’t just tell you your child is “a visual learner” and leave it there. You’ll get:
✅ A clear breakdown of their learning style
✅ Examples of how this might show up in everyday life
✅ Practical tips for how to support their learning — at home and in school
✅ Advice for how to talk to teachers about what works best
✅ Suggestions for homework routines, revision strategies, and emotional support
The results are designed to help you adapt your support without needing a complete parenting overhaul. It’s about small shifts that lead to big wins.
If your teen is a reading/writing learner, they may prefer writing things out to understand them — so flashcards and written summaries might work better than videos.
If your 8-year-old is a kinaesthetic learner, they may struggle with sitting still for long stretches — but excel when learning through games or building.
An auditory learner might remember discussions or explanations better than what they read on a worksheet — so talking things through could help concepts click.
Understanding this early makes school less of a battle — and gives your child a stronger sense of self as a learner.
Because children’s preferences can shift over time — especially during big developmental phases — we recommend taking the assessment three times a year. It helps you keep track of changes and adjust how you support them as they grow.
The result is not just improved academic performance — it’s better communication, less stress, and a more supportive learning environment at home.
You don’t need to be an expert to support your child — you just need the right insight. The Unify Learning Style Assessment gives you that insight in minutes, and helps you use it in meaningful ways.
Take the Unify Learning Style Assessment today — and start supporting your child in the way that works best for them.
