We are able to offer the following.
- Learning assessments which include:
- Literacy and numeracy assessment (e.g. Specific Learning Difficulties, SpLD)
- Cognitive assessment (e.g. assessment of intelligence/areas of cognitive ability)
- Assessment of handwriting
- Exam access arrangements (e.g. to apply for extra time)
- Assessment prior to and during university/ college
- Adult learning assessment
- Advice and support to children and young people, parents/ carers, teachers and school staff regarding:
- Attention and concentration difficulties
- Literacy and numeracy development
- Developmental Co-ordination Disorder (DCD)
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder/ Asperger Syndrome
- Self-esteem
- Social and communication skills
- Friendship
- More Able and Talented (MAT) pupils
- Providing support and advice to parents in meetings in schools and other educational establishments.
- Providing support and advice regarding the Statutory Assessment process and Statementing.
- Locum work for LEA Psychology Services.
- We are also able to offer training in various educational and work related areas to parents, schools and other organisations. Please contact us for further details.
- Particular specialist areas include:
- Developmental Co-ordination Disorder (DCD – Dyspraxia)
- Specific Learning Difficulties – Literacy and Numeracy
- Learning difficulties including severe and complex
- Post 16 (e.g. college and university students)
Essential Psychology meets the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Details regarding our Privacy Notice and Consent is provided on our ‘Consent for Involvement Forms’ which are completed prior to any work being carried out.