At The Assessment Practice, we provide expert, child-focused assessments for Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Our service is designed to give families clear answers, a positive assessment experience, and practical recommendations to support children at home and in school.
Our assessments are thorough, evidence-based, and carried out by highly experienced specialist clinicians.
We work closely with families throughout the process to ensure every child feels supported, understood, and respected.
We understand that concerns about a child’s development can be worrying. Our goal is to make the assessment process clear, supportive, and informative, while providing high-quality clinical insight.
This service is for children and is suitable for those experiencing difficulties with communication, language, coordination, motor skills, or everyday functioning.
Developmental Language Disorder affects a child’s ability to understand and/or use spoken language. Children with DLD may have difficulties with vocabulary, sentence structure, following instructions, or expressing themselves clearly.
How DLD is Assessed
Assessment for Developmental Language Disorder is carried out by our specialist Speech and Language Therapist, who has extensive experience in identifying and supporting children with language needs.
The assessment typically includes:
Developmental Coordination Disorder (also known as dyspraxia) affects a child’s motor coordination and can impact handwriting, dressing, balance, sports, and everyday tasks.
How DCD is Assessed
Assessment for Developmental Coordination Disorder is led by our Consultant Paediatrician, working in conjunction with Achieve Occupational Therapy (www.achieveot.co.uk).
This collaborative approach ensures a comprehensive understanding of the child’s motor skills and functional abilities.
The assessment may include:
Our assessments are designed to be supportive and engaging for children.
We take time to understand the whole child, not just test results, and consider emotional wellbeing, confidence, and everyday functioning.
Following the assessment, families receive a comprehensive written report. This includes:
Our reports are written in clear, accessible language and are suitable for sharing with schools, SENCOs, and other professionals.
If you would like to discuss whether this assessment is right for your child, please get in touch with our team. We are here to help you take the next step with confidence.
Call 01480 584 001 for an initial discussion.
