Assessments
Cognitive Assessments
Cognitive (or intelligence) assessments examine general thinking and reasoning abilities, rather than grade-level knowledge. The are three assessments offered at Hopscotch & Harmony are the most current versions and are recognised by the Department of Education for funding applications. Read more about our cognitive assessments
Educational Assessments
Educational assessments help identify the academic strengths and weaknesses of a student. They are tests of achievement and measure how much an individual has learned in specific areas such as maths, reading, writing and spelling. Results may inform decision making regarding educational placement, may contribute to a Specific Learning Disorder diagnosis, and also inform appropriate intervention. Read more about our educational assessments
WIAT-IIIWechsler Individual Achievement Test, 3rd Edition
Measures oral language, reading, written language and mathematics. Ages: 4yrs - 50yrs 11mths |
CTOPP-2Comprehensive Test of Phonological Processing, 2nd Ed
Assesses reading-related phonological processing skills. Used as part of a Specific Learning Disorder in Reading (Dyslexia) diagnostic assessment. Ages: 4yrs - 24yrs 11mths |
Autism Spectrum Disorder
The aim of this assessment is to determine whether an individual meets DSM-5 criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder and to provide information about their presentation and support needs. In addition to a 2-hour parent/carer interview, the diagnostic process includes the ADOS-2, an observational assessment of social and communication skills, and restricted and repetitive interests and stereotyped patterns of behaviour, as well as rating scales for parents and educators to complete. A kinder/school observation may also be required. Call 97415222 for more information about ASD assessments
ADOS-2
Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale
2nd Edition A semi-structured, standardised assessment of communication, social interaction, play, and restricted and repetitive behaviours. Ages: 12 mths through adulthood |
ASRS
Autism Spectrum Rating Scale
A rating scale for parents/carers and educators to identify symptoms, behaviours, and associated features of the full range of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Ages: 2yrs - 18yrs |
Vineland-3
Vineland Adaptive Rating Scales
3rd Edition Vineland Adaptive Behaviour scales Measures oral language, reading, written language and mathematics. Ages: 3 - 21yrs |
ADHD
A comprehensive assessment for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder includes a thorough developmental history, cognitive assessment, administration of behavioural scales, and possible a school observation. Before a diagnosis of ADHD is given our psychologists ensure any issues with sleep, nutrition, and parent education are addressed. For children who have experienced trauma it may be recommended that a trauma-informed intervention be completed before an ADHD diagnosis can be confidently given. We want to make sure any diagnosis is accurate so we are very thorough to make sure the behaviours and challenges are not best explained by another cause.
Behaviour Assessments
We offer a range of behavioural assessments to help understand young people better and to recommend appropriate interventions or further, more comprehensive, assessment. We use the BASC, Connors, Vineland, CBCL as needed, depending on the referral questions.
Giftedness Assessment
Early identification and appropriate educational responses to young gifted students increases the probability of future success. Being adequately challenged is likely to maintain a strong desire to learn and decrease the risk of social, behavioural, emotional, and/or educational problems.
Our giftedness assessment includes a review of your child’s cognitive, social, family and emotional history as well as a cognitive (IQ) assessment. The Gifted Rating Scales may also be administered to parents/carers and teachers. The rating scales offer flexibility that complements and extends information from the cognitive assessment.
Our giftedness assessment includes a review of your child’s cognitive, social, family and emotional history as well as a cognitive (IQ) assessment. The Gifted Rating Scales may also be administered to parents/carers and teachers. The rating scales offer flexibility that complements and extends information from the cognitive assessment.
Intellectual Disability Assessment
This assessment includes a cognitive assessment (WPPSI, WISC or WAIS) as well as a Vineland-3 completed by a teacher and/or parent in order to meet DSM-V criteria.