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For parents | ASSESSMENTS
We offer a broad range of assessments at our Quirky Kid clinics. We now have assessment clinics in Sydney, Wollongong, Canberra, Goulburn, Batemans Bay and Moruya.
With close to two decades of clinical experience, we have substantial experience in evidence-based assessments and providing expert care and support.
Paediatricians, general practitioners (GPs), school counsellors and parents commonly refer young clients to our friendly child psychologists for an accurate clinical formulation. We’ve helped more than 7000 families improve their mental health and wellbeing since 2007.
Assessments can be daunting, so we work hard to offer a welcoming space that will make you and your child feel comfortable as the therapeutic journey begins.
Now with assessment clinics in Sydney, Wollongong, Canberra, Goulburn, Batemans Bay and Moruya.
Trauma and PTSD assessments for children aged 7 and older at our Sydney and Wollongong clinics. Our psychologists use evidence-based screening and assessment tools to understand symptoms, their impact on daily life and the practical support your child may need.
A child behaviour assessment explores patterns of attention, impulsivity, emotional regulation and behaviour across everyday settings. By bringing together developmental history, parent and teacher perspectives, clinical observation and appropriate assessment tools, it can clarify your child’s strengths, support needs and practical next steps.
A child autism assessment brings together developmental history, observation and information from the important people and settings in your child’s life. The aim is to understand their strengths, differences and support needs, and provide clear recommendations for next steps.
A developmental assessment helps parents understand a child’s current strengths and support needs across everyday skills, communication, learning and social development. The assessment is tailored to the referral question and interpreted alongside background information.
An educational assessment explores a child’s academic skills in areas such as reading, writing, mathematics and oral language. Results are interpreted alongside learning history, school information and other relevant evidence to clarify strengths, areas of difficulty and practical next steps.
A child cognitive assessment explores how a child reasons, remembers, processes information and solves problems. The results are interpreted alongside developmental, learning and family information to build a clearer picture of strengths, support needs and appropriate next steps.
Discover the Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing the Autism Spectrum, Second Edition (MIGDAS-2), a sensory-based tool designed to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder in children, adolescents, and adults. Learn how MIGDAS-2 efficiently gathers and organizes key diagnostic information, helping create personalised treatment plans.
The Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence—Fourth Edition, Australian and New Zealand Standardised Edition (WPPSI-IV A&NZ) is an individually administered and comprehensive clinical instrument used to assess the general thinking and reasoning skills of children aged 2 years, 6 months, to 7 years, 7 months. The result is a Full-Scale Intelligence Quotient (FSIQ) Score.
The Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) is a comprehensive and structured interview used for assessing children and adolescents suspected of having an Autism Spectrum Disorder. It is used in conjunction with the ADOS-2 for an accurate diagnosis.
The CBCL assesses adaptive and maladaptive functioning in children aged one to five. It examines a child’s participation and skills in certain activities as well as problem behaviours such as aggression, hyperactivity, bullying and defiance.
The Adaptive Behaviour Assessment System (ABAS-III) is a multidimensional assessment tool used to assess the functional skills necessary for daily living. It can assist in diagnosing disabilities and disorders.
The Griffith Mental Development Scales (GMDS) assess a child's strengths and weaknesses in all developmental areas and can be used to determine if they need of early intervention or a treatment program. They are designed for children from birth to eight years.
The WIAT-II is a measurement for achievement, skills assessment, learning disability diagnosis, special education placement and clinical appraisal for children. It is usually conducted in conjunction with the WISC-V for a comprehensive academic and cognitive assessment.
The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V) is an individually administered and comprehensive clinical instrument used to assess the general thinking and reasoning skills of children aged six years to 16 years. The result is a Full-Scale IQ Score.
The ADOS-2 is an observational assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). It is a semi-structured, standardised assessment of communication, social interaction, play, and restricted and repetitive behaviours.
The Stanford Binet (Early SB5) is an IQ test used to assess the general thinking and reasoning skills of children aged two to seven years with a focus on early learning difficulties or high achievement in preschool populations.
Conners 4® is an assessment tool designed to measure a range of behaviours in children aged six to 18. It provides a thorough assessment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and its most common comorbid problems and disorders.
The Vineland-3 is the leading instrument for supporting the diagnosis of intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder. It assesses skills including communication, daily living, socialisation and motor skills.
An assessment involves gathering and collating detailed information to explore a diagnosis and treatment plan delivered by our highly experienced staff. Because each child is different, individual assessments can vary.
Assessment results are compiled in a detailed psychological report that includes relevant background information, medical history, a summary of observations and practical recommendations.
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