Academic Difficulties
- Struggles with literacy (Reading, reading fluency, reading comprehension)
- Has problems with numeracy (Math calculation, math reasoning, math fluency)
- Experiences difficulties with written expression (Spelling, expression, vocabulary)
- Presents with speech or language problems (Listening, expressing, speaking)
- Seems to be underachieving considering their capability
- Has a lack of motivation to achieve academically
Cognitive Concerns
- Has trouble maintaining attention for short or long periods
- Experiences problems remembering information they have learnt
- Struggles with working things out in their mind, such as sums
- Has trouble processing visual or auditory information
- Takes longer to process or understand concepts
- Finds it difficult to follow directions
- Experiences handwriting or coordination difficulties
- Has social, emotional, or behavioural issues that impact their learning
Intellectual Giftedness or Delay
- Presents as very advanced for their age in one or more areas
- Is significantly delayed in cognitive development and adaptive functioning
Change of Schools
- Requires a formal diagnostic assessment for special education consideration
- Intends to change schools so that they can receive specialised intervention
- Will be attending boarding school but comparable academic skill levels are unknown
- Has relocated from interstate or overseas and their grade level needs determining
- Has suffered a long-term illness and or has missed significant periods of schooling
Known or Suspected Conditions
- Has a known neurological disorder (i.e. Cerebral Palsy, meningitis)
- Has a suspected history of risk factors (i.e. Fetal alcohol, child abuse)
Second Opinion
- A re-assessment is desired for a second opinion regarding a given diagnosis
Psychological Symptoms
- Presents with thoughts, beliefs and or behaviours that are unusual
- Displays oppositional, aggressive, and or self-destructive behaviours
Study and Career Choice
- Is lacking motivation and or direction regarding suitable study and vocational options