Assessment Services
Foundations for Learning offer a range of assessments covering different areas such as Speech and Language, Autism and Learning (e.g. ADHD, Dyslexia and Dyscalculia). All assessments are undertaken by trained practitioners and follow a similar pathway. We start with a short (non-billable) conversation to ascertain your needs and whether we can meet them. If we can support, we then move to scheduling assessment sessions and then the assessments. With the assessment results, we prepare individualised reports and then arrange feedback times. Crucial for our assessment team is that the person being assessed feels involved and at ease during the process.
Autism Assessments
Accurate diagnosis is key to ensuring appropriate interventions are put in place as early as possible. We offer autism assessments for children, adolescents, and adults using the gold standard in assessment tools (ADOS-2, ADI-R). Our assessment process includes an initial screening stage where we will discuss with you the suitability of further assessment before continuing. Based on your individual situation assessment can include a mix of client, parent and teacher interviews, assessment of the child’s communication and social skills, questionnaires and direct observations. We work with you throughout the assessment process keeping you updated on results each step of the way.
Cognitive Assessment
We offer a range of cognitive assessments which can cover areas such as intellectual functioning (IQ), attention (ADHD), memory and executive functioning. We also offer academic achievement assessments to better understand a student’s learning profile. Together with the results from the cognitive assessments these can be used to identify any specific learning disorders in reading (Dyslexia), writing (Dysgraphia) or maths (Dyscalculia). Our assessments begin by taking an in-depth history and we tailor feedback to be accessible for adults, children and schools. Families also choose our assessments when looking to understand whether their child is eligible for exam accommodations (e.g. additional time for exams).
Psychological assessment
We offer a range of psychological assessment which can cover areas such as intellectual functioning (IQ), attention, memory and executive functioning. In class observations may also be used to supplement an assessment or as a stand-alone piece of work. Assessments tend to follow the same format of initial consultation, assessment with the child/adolescent, scoring and report writing and feedback to family (and school if appropriate).
Speech and Language Assessments
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Speech and Language Assessments
At FFL, our Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs) provide comprehensive speech, language and communication assessments tailored specifically to your child’s needs and environment. Our SLTs are native speakers of English who use internationally recognised, standard assessment tools and clinical expertise to understand how your child’s communication is developing, and provide strategies and recommendations for support.
Your child may be experiencing difficulties with their language (understanding others and expressing themselves), speech (using clear speech sounds), fluency (stuttering/stammering), or social communication (using their language to interact well with others), which is impacting their learning and self-confidence. FFL can carry out flexible assessments to determine what support can help your child reach their learning potential and be a confident communicator.
Sinead Botterill
Head of Assessment and Autism Services