ASSESSMENT JOURNEY
At Highland Child Development Centre we provide a range of developmental assessments for children aged
0-18. Our multidisciplinary team are experts in identifying difficulties related to communication, attention, learning and emotional regulation. We are committed to building a relationship with you and your child so that we can best meet your needs. That's why the first step in our assessment process is a Consultation Appointment with one of our clinicians to find out what your child needs and how we can help you.
Consultation
Meet with one of our expert clinicians to discuss your child's needs
Assessment
Have a bespoke assessment completed for your child by our multidisciplinary team
Recommendations
Meet with the team following your child's assessment to discuss the next steps
Support
Option to arrange further support for your child within our service
INITIAL CONSULTATION
The first step in your journey with Highland Child Development Centre is to meet with one of our clinicians for an hour long consultation. During this appointment, we will complete an initial assessment for your child and make recommendations for any support we think they might need. For some families, this appointment might be all that is needed. For others, it may be the beginning of a longer journey with us.
​Consultation (including report): £180
ADHD ASSESSMENT
Our ADHD assessment involves a multidisciplinary team, which allows us to be confident that we can take developmental experiences into account and ensure an accurate diagnosis. We use standardised assessment measures that are consistent with best practice guidelines. We also include a post-diagnostic follow up session with our ADHD Nurse Specialist as standard, so you can be certain that you have the support you need going forward.
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ADHD Assessment: £1250
COMMUNICATION ASSESSMENT
Our detailed communication assessment provides a full insight into your child's understanding and expressive communication across a variety of settings. For example, this may include completing a standardised assessment of your child's language to investigate the possibly of a Development Language Disorder, or it could be an informal assessment of your child's readiness for alternative communication methods. This assessment always includes the opinion of two Speech and Language Therapists. Please note it is not always necessary to complete a full communication assessment before starting Speech and Language Therapy intervention.
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Communication Assessment: £480
COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT
​When there are queries about performance in school, memory or learning it can be helpful to complete a formal assessment of a child's cognitive profile. A standardised measure is completed with a Clinical Psychologist in person, and results integrated with measures of functioning across daily life. Findings are used to develop a better understanding of strengths and difficulties, then recommendations are made to promote the child or young person's learning. We have a holistic outlook, balancing considerations of ability with welfare, looking to strengthen self-esteem. Sometimes, a diagnosis of an Intellectual Disability will be made as a result of this assessment.
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Cognitive Assessment: £960
AUTISM ASSESSMENT
We provide assessments for children with suspected social communication difficulties. All of our assessments consist of a neurodevelopmental case history completed with parents, information gathering from school and a clinical assessment of social communication skills using the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2). If it is indicated, we are also able to complete a detailed assessment of your child's understanding and expressive use of language. Our clinical formulation is always multidisciplinary and adheres to ICD11, NICE and SIGN guidelines.
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Autism Assessment: £1700
FULL NEURODEVELOPMENTAL ASSESSMENT
We can provide a full neurodevelopmental assessment for children with suspected broad neurodevelopmental differences. All of our full neurodevelopmental assessments consist of a case history completed with parents, information gathering from school and a bespoke package of appropriate clinical assessment. Some common neurodevelopmental conditions we can conclude on are Autism, ADHD, Developmental Language Disorder and Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Our clinical formulation is always multidisciplinary and adheres to ICD11, NICE and SIGN guidelines. Our diagnostic decision is always made collaboratively with families to ensure the outcome is helpful before a report is produced.
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Bespoke assessment: price on request​​