A psycho-educational assessment can pinpoint specific learning difficulties (SLDs) like dyslexia, dyscalculia, or dysgraphia in children aged 8 and up, as well as in teens and adults.
For example, this young patient’s story about dyslexia shows how an assessment revealed particular learning needs and helped guide practical support at school.
During a three-hour in-person session at BetterCare, our educational psychologists:
We assess all SLDs in one thorough session using standardised tests and measures, evaluating key skills such as:
After the assessment, you’ll receive a comprehensive report detailing findings and recommendations. Our reports are recognised by schools and all government/state bodies, including the Department of Health, Department of Education, and Department of Social Protection.
Our psychologists can also refer and liaise with the BetterCare team to ensure any future appointments or interventions are arranged smoothly and stress-free.
Book your psycho-educational assessment today to gain clarity on your child’s learning profile and access tailored support strategies. To help your child feel more comfortable and prepared before the appointment, check out our guide to preparing for a psycho-educational assessment.
A psycho-educational assessment can be extremely valuable for children, teens, and students who are experiencing challenges with school attainment or learning difficulties.
By identifying a child’s unique strengths and areas needing support, these assessments provide parents and teachers with clear insights to tailor learning strategies effectively.
Assessments can also help with educational accommodations, including:
With a comprehensive educational needs assessment, you gain a clear understanding of your child’s learning profile and the practical steps needed to support their educational journey.
A psycho-educational assessment can help determine if your child has specific learning difficulties (SLDs) or areas where extra support is needed. Signs that your child may benefit from an assessment include:
A child learning assessment or educational needs assessment provides parents and teachers with clear insights into strengths and challenges, helping to plan targeted support strategies.
Book a psycho-educational assessment today to understand your child’s learning profile and access tailored recommendations for school and exams.
At BetterCare™, our psycho-educational assessments are conducted in a welcoming and comfortable environment by experienced educational psychologists registered with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). We aim to create a supportive, stress-free experience for children, teens, and adults.
All assessments are carried out in-person and require approximately 3 hours. Using scientific, standardised tests, we provide a thorough evaluation of learning strengths and challenges.
Specific Learning Disability (SLD) Assessments:
Dyslexia Assessments
Dysgraphia Assessments
Dyscalculia Assessments
Recognised Reports
Our comprehensive reports are recognised by all government and state bodies, including the Department of Health, Department of Education, and Department of Social Protection. Reports are typically completed within 4 weeks and can be used to support educational accommodations, exam adjustments, and learning plans.
We offer flexible payment options designed to suit your budget and lifestyle — including a Book Now, Pay Later option with Klarna, so you don’t have to delay essential care.
For personalised payment options, please contact our office directly.
We also accept all major health insurers in Ireland, including Irish Life Health, Laya Healthcare, and Vhi Insurance.
Whether you’re seeking clarity for your child’s learning challenges, educational supports, or understanding your own learning profile, our team is here to help.
Still unsure if an educational assessment is right for you? Book a free consultation to learn more about the process and how our psycho-educational assessments can support you and your child.
Check out our availability and book the date and time that works for you.
Child & Adolescent Psycho-Educational Assessment
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Once you’ve booked a psycho-educational or educational psychological assessment, you’ll receive a brief questionnaire by email. This helps our team understand your child’s or your own needs and ensures that our Educational Psychology services are the right fit.
If it turns out that a different service would better suit your requirements, we’ll offer a full refund or credit.
The assessment typically takes about 3 hours in one session, plus time for scoring, analysis, and report writing. You’ll usually receive the full report within 4 weeks.
Yes, assessments are available for teens and adults concerned about specific learning difficulties.
You will receive a detailed report outlining strengths, challenges, and recommendations. Our team can also support you with referrals and next steps, including therapy or occupational therapy if needed.
If your child is struggling at school or may need extra support like assistive technology, resource hours, or exam accommodations, an Educational Psychological Assessment can help identify their needs.
To find out if an assessment is right for you, book a free call with our intake team or contact us online anytime.
No. At BetterCare™ we do not provide separate assessments for dyslexia, instead we carry out a full Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) assessment which includes, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia and Dyscalculia. These often overlap, so assessing them together gives a more complete and accurate picture of a persons strengths and challenges and ultimately saves clients time, money and stress.
We know that cost should never be a barrier to care.
That’s why we offer flexible payment options designed to fit your budget and lifestyle — including a Book Now, Pay Later option with Klarna, so you don’t have to put off getting the support you need.
If you’d like a personalised payment option, simply get in touch with our team and we’ll be happy to arrange it for you.
