What does the Assessment involve?

Following initial inquiry and consultation the following stages usually occur:

• A questionnaire is sent to individuals and or parents/guardians to collect background information.
  
  
• Where possible, further information is also requested from educational institutions and other professionals.
  
  
• An appointment for the assessment can be arranged at home, school or office, but preferably at a venue familiar to the child.
  
  
• The assessment usually takes between 2-3 hours and will involve a number of assessment techniques including psychometric tests*.
  
  
• Immediately following the assessment, verbal feedback is provided for the individual and/or parents/guardians. Statistical information, age equivalent performances and IQ results are also available at this stage.
  
  
• A detailed written report with conclusions and recommendations is prepared within 3 weeks of the assessment.
  

*(The psychometric tests used will be the most recent versions of the following:
Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scales of Intelligence (WPPSI)
Wechsler Intelligence Scales for Children (WISC)
Wechsler adult Intelligence Scales (WAIS)

How can the Assessment information be used?

Information from the assessment may be used in the following ways:

• To identify an individual’s specific intellectual, social and emotional strengths and weaknesses
  
  
• To discuss appropriate support within and outside of the learning situation
  
  
• To highlight appropriate teaching approaches in the light of an individual’s preferred learning style
  
  
• To gain a measure of Intellectual ability and IQ result
  
  
• To outline targets for an Individual Education Programme
  
  
• To outline targets for an Individual Behavioural Programme
  
  
• To consult with subject staff regarding an individual’s curriculum requirements and school placement
  
  
• To request, where appropriate, the recommendation for special examination arrangements (ie Common Entrance, SATs, GCSE, A/AS Level, AVCE & GNVQ)
  
  
• Preparation of advice/referral to other professionals
  
  
• Where appropriate a recommendation for Disabled Students Allowance
  
  
• Advice to be used in Appeals and SEN tribunals based on current Legislation in Education.
  

Is ongoing involvement by an Educational Psychologist required?

Generally speaking the assessment is usually a ‘one-off’ meeting/interview, although further reviews, consultation and up-dated assessments can be arranged if requested.

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