Assessments
Comprehensive educational assessment Burwood
A better understanding of how your child learns.
Educational assessments for learning and development
Educational assessments aim to build a more complete picture of how children and adolescents engage with learning. They are designed to identify strengths, highlight areas of need, and explore the factors that influence academic experiences.
At PsychWell, we take a whole-learner approach, considering how each young person thinks, feels, and engages with the world. Using science-informed tools to explore each student’s learning profile, we provide thoughtful, personalised guidance that nurtures well-being and supports academic growth.
Cognitive assessments
(WISC-V)
Achievement assessments
(WIAT-III)
What educational assessments look for
Areas these assessments may cover:
- Cognitive skills such as reasoning, memory, and processing speed
- Academic abilities in reading, writing, and maths
- Learning behaviours like focus and problem-solving
- Processing patterns that may influence how a child learns
- Strengths and areas where extra support may be helpful
What an educational assessment involves
Understanding whether ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, or giftedness may be contributing to a young person’s learning experience is often a valuable first step before proceeding with a full diagnostic assessment.
At PsychWell, our process is built to be clear, staged, and transparent, so families may feel informed and confident at each step of the journey, without unnecessary cost or overwhelm.
Discovery call
A brief, no-obligation conversation designed to understand your concerns, answer any questions, and explore whether an assessment pathway may be appropriate.
Initial consultation
A detailed clinical session that draws on screening measures, observation, and discussion to help determine whether proceeding to a full assessment may be indicated.
Comprehensive assessment
At this stage, a clinical interview and formal standardised assessments are conducted, with findings carefully integrated into a comprehensive written report.
Feedback Session
A dedicated session to explain results, provide clear answers, and discuss practical recommendations and next steps.
What comes with your assessment
Your assessment comes with a number of supports aimed at offering clarity, deepening understanding, and helping you move forward with confidence.
Written report
A thoughtful summary of cognitive and academic findings, with insights to help build a clearer understanding of learning needs.
Recommendations
Considered, personalised suggestions designed to help shape educational and developmental goals.
School or Vocational strategies
Practical strategies to guide learning plans and improve progress at school or work.
Support pathways
Guidance on further services that may strengthen confidence and daily functioning.
Feedback session
A considered discussion designed to walk through findings, address any questions, and support a clearer understanding of results and recommendations.
Who our assessments are designed for
We offer educational and cognitive assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, using tools that match each person's age and developmental stage.
The WISC-V may be used to explore cognitive abilities in young people between the ages of six and 16. The WIAT-III is designed to build a clearer picture of academic skills from childhood through to adulthood.
Support after your assessment
Your educational assessment is just one step in understanding learning needs.
An educational assessment is an important first step in understanding learning needs. Optional follow-up sessions are available to explore findings and consider their relevance to daily learning, and ongoing therapy remains available for those who feel continued support would be helpful.
Educational assessment questions answered
How do cognitive and achievement assessments differ?
Cognitive assessments are designed to explore how a person thinks, reasons, and processes information, while achievement assessments focus on academic skills such as reading, writing, and mathematics.
How long do the assessments take?
Most assessments are completed across one or two sessions of a few hours each, allowing sufficient time for a thorough and developmentally informed process.
Will schools and other professionals accept the assessment results?
Yes. Our assessment reports are recognised by schools and allied health or educational professionals, and may assist in guiding appropriate support and next steps.
Does the assessment come with a full written report and recommendations?
Yes. Following your assessment, you will receive a clear and personalised written report that includes recommendations aimed at supporting learning and well-being.
Do you offer assessments for giftedness or learning disorders?
Yes. We provide assessments that explore learning strengths, giftedness, and potential learning disorders that may help build a clear understanding of each learner’s needs.
Take the next step with PsychWell
Appointments are available without a waiting list, so you can begin your educational assessment whenever the time feels right. If you feel ready to explore your or your child's learning needs, connect with PsychWell to arrange a consultation.
If exploring your or your child’s learning needs feels helpful, you can connect with PsychWell to arrange a consultation today.
