Cognitive and Autism Assessments
ADHD, cognitive and educational assessments are structured evaluations of attention, learning, and thinking skills. Autism assessments are evaluations that analyse a child’s communication, social interaction, behaviour and developmental history to identify unique strengths, challenges, and diagnostic needs. All assessments combine background information obtained through structured meetings, standardised testing, and questionnaires to identify strengths, challenges and support needs. A concise and comprehensive report is provided with clear recommendations for school and home life.
Commonly asked questions by families:
What assessments do you offer?
Balanced Kids Psychology provides cognitive, autism, ADHD, and academic assessments.
How do I know if my child needs an assessment?
Children may benefit from assessment if they are experiencing learning difficulties, attention problems, emotional challenges, autism traits, ADHD symptoms or unexplained school struggles. Often teachers mention these factors in school reports or during parent-teacher interviews, but it is very common for children to mask these traits at school.
How long does an assessment take?
Assessment typically involves several appointments including parent interviews, testing sessions and a comprehensive feedback meeting.
How long do we have to wait for the report?
Following the final assessment appointment, families can expect to receive an email inviting them for a feedback session within two to three weeks, depending on the complexity of the report.
What is included in the assessment report?
Reports include the child's history, detailed results, diagnoses where appropriate, recommendations for home and school, and practical strategies.
Can assessment reports be used by schools?
Yes. Reports are written to assist families, schools and other health professionals with educational planning and support. It is also typical for thepsychologist to have a meeting with a school following the report to go over the results with teachers in detail.
Prior to meeting the child for assessment, a meeting with parents or carers is scheduled to conduct a semi-structured interview to understand the childs history, challenges and strengths. After each assessment, a detailed report is written, including recommendations for families and school. Throughout this process families are ensured transparency and communication.