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Child & Teen Educational Assessment
From $3,120
Academic assessments can identify learning difficulties, specific learning disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), and complex learning support needs.
The process
Developmental interview
Developmental history
Cognitive assessment
To understand your child’s cognitive profile including strengths, challenges, and learning support needs (WPPSI-IV, WISC-V)
Academic assessment
To understand your child’s strengths, challenges, and learning support needs in reading, writing, math, and language (WIAT-III)
Phonological assessment
To understand how your child processes sound in language, which is a key skill for reading and spelling (CTOPP-2)
Consultation with your child’s teacher
Social, emotional, and behavioural screening questionnaire
Conners-CBRS or Vineland-3
Feedback session
To discuss results and recommendations
Comprehensive report
Including results, any relevant diagnosis, possible funding, and recommended therapy and strategies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an educational assessment for children?
An educational assessment evaluates your child’s learning in reading, writing, maths, and language. It helps identify learning disorders such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, or more general learning support needs.
Why might my child need one?
Consider this assessment if your child:
• Struggles with reading, spelling, or written work
• Avoids school tasks or homework
• Is falling behind despite support
• Was never assessed for learning difficulties in earlier years
What does an educational assessment include?
Our educational assessment includes:
• Developmental interview
• Cognitive testing (WPPSI-IV or WISC-V)
• Academic achievement testing (WIAT-III)
• Phonological processing assessment (CTOPP-2)
• Behavioural questionnaire (Conners-CBRS)
• Teacher consultation
• Feedback session
• Comprehensive report
What’s the difference between a cognitive and an educational assessment?
Cognitive Assessment measures how you process information (IQ, working memory, processing speed, etc.)
Educational Assessment compares your cognitive ability with your academic performance to identify any significant gaps that indicate a learning disorder
Can an educational assessment diagnose learning disorders?
Yes. We assess for:
• Dyslexia (reading)
• Dysgraphia (writing)
• Dyscalculia (maths)
How much does an educational assessment cost?
Our Child & Teen Educational Assessment is $2,880.
This includes all testing, consultations, and a detailed report.
Will an educational assessment report help with school support plans?
Yes. The report can be used to request learning adjustments, Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), and targeted classroom interventions.