What is a Learning Disorder Assessment?
A Learning Disorder Assessment investigates a child’s academic skills and learning style to identify areas of difficulty such as reading, writing, or maths. Using standardised tools and observations, our psychologists provide diagnostic clarity, highlight strengths and challenges, and guide tailored interventions and school supports.
ADHD Assessment Procedure
1. Initial Intake Interview – 1–1.5 hours
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Parent/guardian interview (child may attend if appropriate).
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Collect developmental, medical, family, and school history.
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Discuss main learning concerns (e.g., reading, spelling, writing, or maths).
2. Questionnaires – ~1–2 hours (scoring & interpretation)
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Completed by parents and teachers.
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Explore academic, behavioural, and executive functioning challenges.
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Common tools: BASC-3, BRIEF2, Conners 4.
3. Teacher Interview
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Phone consultation with classroom teacher.
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Teacher provides observations of learning, attention, behaviour, and academic performance.
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Enables comparison of home vs. school functioning.
4. Direct Assessment Sessions – 3–5 hours
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Conducted across 1–2 sessions.
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Includes:
• Cognitive testing (e.g., WISC-V)
• Academic testing (e.g., WIAT-III for reading, spelling, writing, and maths)
• Additional tasks as required to clarify difficulties
5. Report Writing & Integration – 6–8 hours
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Comprehensive written report integrating history, questionnaires, teacher input, and test results.
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Provides diagnostic conclusions (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia).
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Offers practical recommendations for classroom support, home strategies, and therapy.
6. Feedback Session – 1–2 hours
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Review findings with parents (and child if appropriate).
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Explain strengths, challenges, and strategies.
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Q&A and planning next steps.
Why Choose Our ADHD Assessments?
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Gold-standard tools: WISC-V, WIAT-III, BASC-3, Conners 4
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Clear answers: identify dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, or other learning needs
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Tailored strategies: practical recommendations for teachers and families
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Supports access to funding: reports accepted for NDIS, school adjustments, and exam accommodations
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Bilingual support: available in English & Mandarin
FAQs
Q1: Do I need a referral?
No. Parents can book directly. A referral may allow Medicare rebates for some assessments.
Q2: How many sessions are required?
Usually 1 intake, 1–2 testing sessions, and a feedback meeting.
Q3: How long does it take to receive the report?
Reports are usually ready within 2–4 weeks after the final session.
Q4: What age is suitable for a learning disorder assessment?
Assessments are typically conducted from age 6 onwards, once formal learning has begun.
Q5: How will the results help my child?
Results provide clarity about learning strengths and challenges, guide targeted interventions, and support school-based accommodations.
Q6: Do you accept funding or rebates?
Yes. NDIS (Capacity Building — Improved Daily Living) is accepted. Some private health and Medicare rebates may apply.
Contact us
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Box Hill North, VIC 3129
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