Conditions We Treat
A structured assessment exploring persistent difficulties with reading, written expression, spelling or mathematics and how these affect learning.
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When a Learning Difficulty Assessment May Be Considered
A learning difficulty assessment may be considered when a child continues to experience challenges with particular academic skills despite receiving appropriate teaching and support. Parents, caregivers or teachers may notice:
Individual signs do not confirm a specific learning disorder. The assessment considers the child's wider learning profile and educational experience.
What the Assessment Explores
Accuracy, fluency, word recognition, decoding and understanding written information.
How the child organises, plans and puts their ideas into writing.
How the child understands numbers, calculations and mathematical concepts.
The underlying thinking skills that support learning, such as memory and processing speed.
How the child's learning profile shows up in daily routines and independence.
The Assessment Process
The clinician meets with the family to discuss the child's learning history, current concerns and support already provided.
School feedback, examples of work and information from parents or caregivers may be reviewed with appropriate consent.
The child completes age-appropriate activities exploring relevant academic and cognitive skills.
The findings are considered alongside the child's educational experience, development and any communication, attention or emotional needs.
The results are explained to the family, along with suitable educational recommendations and next steps.
The process may vary according to the child's age, communication needs and individual presentation.
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The Team
The professionals involved will depend entirely on the child's individual learning profile. Choose a discipline to see its role.
Where specific needs affect learning, input from other relevant disciplines is considered to build a complete picture, exploring:
Following the Assessment
The family will receive an explanation of the findings and what they may mean for the child's education. Where appropriate, this includes a written report.
Written for families first, professionals second.
Our Philosophy
The team will explain any additional preparation required before the assessment begins.
Families may be asked to provide relevant developmental or medical information before the appointment.
Please provide school reports, examples of the child's work, and details of any previous support received.
Children should attend the assessment well-rested to ensure they can engage comfortably and perform to their best.
Please make sure to bring any prescribed visual or hearing aids that your child normally uses.
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Speak with our team about your concerns and whether a learning difficulty assessment may be an appropriate next step for your child.
