ASSESSMENT

Developmental Assessment

Evaluation of a child’s development in various areas, such as fine and gross motor, sensory, self-help, speech, language, play and communication
Conducted by a Speech Therapist AND/OR an Occupational Therapist
Along with formal and informal test measures, comprehensive background and developmental history are also obtained from parents or caregivers
Natural observations in additional settings may also be used to profile a child’s functional abilities and challenges when appropriate
A written report detailing the child’s developmental skills and needs will be provided upon the completion of the assessment
Diagnosis and recommendations will also be provided to support the child’s ongoing development

Children who are suspected of having developmental delays and/or other disorders

Skills that children gain at various stages are called developmental milestones. Milestones occur at various times and across various developmental areas
A child may have a developmental delay if skills are not reached within the same time range as other children of the same age
A comprehensive Developmental Assessment provide information on a child’s overall development, strengths, and weaknesses, helping with early diagnosis and intervention

Speech: articulation, phonology, motor speech disorders
Language: comprehension and expression in oral and non-verbal contexts
Fluency
Voice & resonance
Cognitive-communicative skills: social communication skills, reasoning, problem solving, executive functions
Pre-literacy & literacy skills: phonological awareness, decoding, reading comprehension, writing

Evaluation of a child’s strengths and weaknesses in the areas of cognition/IQ, academic, and socio-emotional development
Conducted by a registered Psychologist
Use of standardized and comprehensive testing to explore effective ways to meet a child’s learning and social needs
A comprehensive written report will be provided upon the completion of the assessment
Diagnosis and recommendations will also be provided for better learning support at home and at school

Children age 4 or up who are observed to have difficulties in cognitive functioning, learning, attention, and/or behaviour
Children ages 4 or up who are suspected of having features of Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Giftedness, Specific Learning Disabilities (e.g. Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia), Developmental Delay, Intellectual Disabilities

Psycho-Ed Assessment allows parents and teachers to gain a clear picture of a child’s abilities and needs at home and in the classroom, and provides recommendations that are relevant to the child’s educational planning