Educational Psychology Assessment
Educational psychology assessments offer a comprehensive understanding of how a child or young person thinks, learns, and manages the challenges of school and everyday life. These psychological assessments provide clarity, practical recommendations, and valuable guidance for families, educators, and professionals working with those facing learning difficulties.
Individuals can access independent HCPC-registered educational psychologists who have experience in both local authority and private settings, ensuring thorough and high-quality assessments.
What Clinician Assess
- Difficulties with learning, literacy, or numeracy
- Attention and concentration problems (e.g. ADHD profiles)
- Emotional regulation and behaviour in the classroom
- Social communication needs
- School avoidance, anxiety, or confidence issues
- Concerns about progress, despite adequate support
- Preparation for an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or exam access arrangements (JCQ)
What Your Clinician May Include in an Assessment
- Initial consultation with parent/carer
- Review of school reports, past assessments, or referrals
- Optional teacher liaison
In-Person Assessment
- 1:1 session with the young person (typically 2-3 hours, might involve a few sessions)
- Standardised cognitive and learning attainment assessments (e.g. WISC-V, WPPSI-IV, WIAT)
- Observation of behaviour, motivation, learning style
- Emotional and social development questionnaires (where relevant).
Report & Feedback
Clinicians work closely with families and schools to ensure that each assessment is clear, practical, developmentally sensitive, and easy to understand.
- Full written report with clear findings and actionable recommendations.
- Feedback session with parent/carer
- Signposting to school-based or external supports.
Each assessment is delivered by an independent clinician who is responsible for clinical decisions and treatment