Cognitive and Educational Assessment
Do you ever feel like school is extra hard,
even when you’re trying your best?
- Did you know that our brains all work a little differently, and that’s okay? I can help you understand how your brain works and find the best ways to help you learn.
- We use fun and interesting activities and puzzles that help you learn about your unique talents and how you think. You’ll play games and solve challenges with me, Dr Rose. I have worked with many children like you, and I know lots about how people think and learn. Together we will discover your unique superpowers as well as anything that might be making school tricky for you.
- After we learn all about your brain I will share some tips and tricks that will help make learning easier and more fun for you. You’ll get to know your strengths and how to use them to do your best in school—and in everything else you love! We will also help the grown-ups around you to understand your brain more, so they can help you too.
- Think of it as unlocking your brain’s secrets so you can be your amazing self!
Hey Parents / Carers
Is your child or teenager struggling with their learning?
Do you suspect they may have specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia or dyscalculia?
Or are there other reasons they may be finding school tricky?
Understanding your child’s unique cognitive profile is crucial for unlocking their potential and helping them succeed. This comprehensive cognitive assessment service in Droitwich, is delivered by me, Clinical Psychologist Dr Rose Papadopoullos. I bring years of specialised training and experience in child development, mental health and psychological assessment. I also specialise in working with neurodiversity, SEND and early developmental trauma.
precise and detailed diagnoses
My full cognitive assessments are in-depth and go beyond basic screening tools to ensure families come away with a deep and accurate understanding of your child’s strengths and challenges. These assessments ensure that every aspect of your child’s cognitive functioning can be thoroughly examined and understood, providing precise diagnoses where relevant, and tailored recommendations for home and education, including evidence towards EHC Plans, Needs Assessments or at SEND Appeal Tribunals.
detailed report and feedback session
You will receive a detailed report and face to face feedback session, usually within 2 weeks. I will highlight specific areas where your child needs support, along with practical strategies to help them thrive academically and emotionally. Families and schools often say that these reports provide an important step in ensuring that children and students receive the care and support they need to feel better and succeed. Reports can be used as evidence towards Educational Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), EHC Needs Assessments, and as Expert Witness evidence at SEND Appeals and Tribunals.
Includes:
- Parent/carer consultation and child’s developmental and educational history
- Consultation with school
- Assessment day with child: Using the most up-to-date ‘Gold standard’ assessments to explore thinking, memory, executive function, processing speed, academic attainment, handwriting skills, phonological processing and more. (This may include, but is not limited to, assessments such as the WISC-V; WAIS-III, CTOPP-2, DASH-2 and D-KEFS)
- A mental health and well being assessment with your child. I can also screen for sensory differences where indicated.
- Comprehensive report detailing all assessment outcomes, and professional recommendations
- Feedback meeting to go through the report and answer any further questions you and/or your child have.
Pricing
- Chat about your individual situation FREE
To discuss your reasons for seeking support, and your hopes for working together, please don't hesitate to book in a 15 minute chat with me. You can book this directly through the website, just find a date and time to suit you.
- Initial assessment/consultation £150
This is an essential 1 hour consultation appointment and must be booked online before any other assessment can be booked. I will offer advice and guidance during this appointment, and we can discuss whether further support (such as a specialist assessment or consultation with school/education) may be helpful. I can work with you to ensure that what we do together is meaningful and individualised to your specific needs. Following this appointment a brief summary letter with recommendations can be provided. You can book this directly through the website, just find a date and time to suit you.
- Full Cognitive assessment £1,750
This is a full cognitive assessment that includes identification and diagnosis of specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, processing speed, working memory and executive function. Our most comprehensive understanding of your child's unique cognitive profile and the adaptations they need to thrive in education. A detailed and specific report is provided and can be tailored specifically with EHCP recommendations if needed.
- Dyslexia Assessment £950
This is a shorter version of the full cognitive assessment, focusing primarily on a specific Dyslexia assessment, with a comprehensive dyslexia report and recommendations provided.
- Specialist psychological assessment £1,850
This is a comprehensive and detailed assessment which takes a holistic view of all of your child's social, emotional and psychological needs within education. This can include recommendations around neurodiversity and associated profiles such as extreme demand anxiety. A detailed and specific report is provided and can be tailored specifically with EHCP recommendations if needed.
- Legal Aid Funded Assessment Contact for Quote
I work closely with a number of Educational Solicitors / Law Firms and can offer both private and Legal Aid funded specialist assessments for SEND Tribunal.
- Expert Witness at SEND Appeal / Tribunal Contact for Quote
While a clinical report can be a powerful piece of evidence in tribunal some families also feel the benefit of having a professional attend as an expert witness. The requirements of this vary on a case by case basis and can be guided by any legal advice or advocacy you are receiving. Please feel free to pass my details to your solicitor or advocate to discuss this further.
- Specialist Assessment through the ASGSF contact for quote
Social workers please contact me to discuss your specific requirements and I will provide a quote within the funding available to families through the ASGSF.
