Educational Assessments
A comprehensive Educational Assessment is the gold standard for understanding a student's academic struggles. By combining a cognitive assessment (IQ) with an academic achievement test, we can directly compare a student's intellectual potential with their actual academic output. This allows us to identify specific learning disorders, giftedness, and tailor exact educational strategies to help them succeed.
Who This Helps
- Students with unexplained poor academic performance.
- Children who may be 'twice exceptional' (gifted but with a learning disorder).
- Parents and teachers needing a comprehensive roadmap for a child's education.
Our Evidence-Based Approach
We use scientifically supported modalities tailored to your unique needs, including:
- Cross-battery assessment principles
- WISC-V + WIAT-III integration
- Strengths-based reporting
What to Expect
We aim to make your therapeutic journey as clear and comfortable as possible. Here is a typical process for this service.
Intake Interview
Gathering comprehensive developmental and school history.
Testing (Part A)
Cognitive assessment (e.g., WISC-V) to determine intellectual profile.
Testing (Part B)
Achievement assessment (e.g., WIAT-III) to measure reading, writing, and math.
Comprehensive Report
A highly detailed report mapping capability against achievement, with tailored classroom strategies.
Our Practitioners for This Service
Our highly qualified team is experienced in delivering specialised care for this service.
Esther Peters
Registered Psychologist & Director
With over 17 years of experience, Esther is a registered psychologist and director of Forward Mind Psychology. Esther provides a warm, supportive, and practical approach to therapy, creating a safe space where clients feel heard and understood. Esther specialises in Couples and Relationship Counselling, Trauma and complex trauma, and supporting parents and families.
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Madiha Abid
Registered Psychologist
Madiha Abid is a registered psychologist committed to delivering evidence-based, client-centred care to individuals and families across the lifespan. She provides psychological interventions to ensure integrated and outcome-focused treatment.
View ProfileFees & Rebates
We strive to keep our services accessible. Medicare rebates may be available for this service with a valid referral and Mental Health Care Plan from your GP. Private health insurance rebates may also apply.
View our full fee scheduleFrequently Asked Questions
How long does this take?
Because it combines two major tests, testing is usually split over two sessions to prevent fatigue.