Comprehensive assessments for dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia and other learning differences in Heidelberg & Fairfield.
If learning feels harder than expected — especially with reading, writing or maths — a learning assessment can help identify why, and what will actually help.
- Understand learning difficulties
- Access school support & accommodations
- Improve learning strategies
- Build confidence in education
Why Families Choose Us
✔ Neuroaffirming, compassionate approach
✔ Comprehensive diagnostic reports
✔ Practical recommendations for the classroom
✔ For children, adolescents and adults
Not sure if a learning assessment is right for your child? Speak with our team first and we’ll help you decide.
Understanding why learning feels harder than it should
A learning (or educational) assessment looks at how someone reads, writes and works with numbers, alongside how their brain processes information generally — and is what’s used to formally diagnose a specific learning disorder such as dyslexia, dyscalculia or dysgraphia.
- Children, teens and adults
- No referral required
- ~7.5 hours total, across sessions
Who Conducts the Assessment
Provisional vs registered psychologist — what’s the difference?
Our fees are structured around this distinction, so it’s worth understanding upfront.
Provisional Psychologist
Completing their final year of supervised practice. Every report is reviewed and signed off by their individual supervisor before it’s issued, and carries the same standing for schools, workplaces and NDIS applications as a registered psychologist’s report.
Registered Psychologist
Fully qualified and working independently, without a supervision requirement on the report itself.
What’s Involved
Developmental Interview
A conversation covering early development, academic history, any tutoring or intervention already tried, and current concerns — this shapes how we run everything that follows.
Cognitive Assessment
Looks at how the brain takes in, holds and works with information — the foundation for understanding why certain learning tasks are harder than others. We use the Wechsler scales, matched to age (WPPSI-IV for preschoolers, WISC-V for school-aged children, WAIS-5 for adults).
- Verbal Comprehension
- Visual-Spatial Skills
- Fluid Reasoning
- Working Memory
- Processing Speed
Achievement Assessment
Tests reading, writing, maths and listening comprehension against age-based norms, using the WIAT-III. This is the piece that identifies a specific learning disorder, where one is present.
- Oral Language
- Reading Comprehension and Fluency
- Written Expression
- Mathematics
Social-Emotional Questionnaires
Short questionnaires completed by you, and sometimes by parents, teachers, partners or siblings — these round out the picture with how things show up socially and emotionally, not just cognitively and educationally.
Report
A written report setting out strengths, challenges, diagnosis (where applicable) and specific recommendations — written to be genuinely usable by a classroom teacher, not just a clinician.
Feedback and Check In
A dedicated session to walk through the results and answer questions in real time. A couple of weeks later, we check in — reports take time to sit with, and new questions usually surface after the first read.
Fees
What’s Included, and What It Costs
Provisional Psychologist
$2310
- Developmental Interview (1hr)
- Cognitive Assessment (2hrs)
- Achievement Assessment (2hrs)
- Phonological Assessment (1hr)
- Teacher Consultation (30min)
- Social-Emotional Questionnaires
- Comprehensive Written Report
- Feedback (1hr)
Registered Psychologist
$3085
- Developmental Interview (1hr)
- Cognitive Assessment (2hrs)
- Achievement Assessment (2hrs)
- Phonological Assessment (1hr)
- Teacher Consultation (30min)
- Social-Emotional Questionnaires
- Comprehensive Written Report
- Feedback (1hr)
Cost may depend on complexity and whether testing is combined (for example, a cognitive assessment alongside a learning assessment), and whether you book with a provisional or registered psychologist. You’ll get an exact quote after the intake call.
Funding Options
You do not need a referral to complete an educational assessment, however it may be beneficial to include your child’s paediatrician, GP, or other members of their care team in the process.
Medicare
Unfortunately, Medicare does not cover learning or educational assessments.
NDIS
Some assessments may be covered under your NDIS plan – speak to your Local Area Coordinator to find out. Please note NDIS does not typically fund diagnostic assessments.
Private Health
Some extras policies offer a partial rebate – speak to your health provider to confirm. Please note that provisional psychologists are not eligible to receive a rebate under some health insurers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a learning assessment?
A learning assessment looks at how you or your child reads, writes, spells and works with numbers, compared to what’s expected for their age. It’s used to identify specific learning difficulties — such as dyslexia, dyscalculia or dysgraphia — and to guide the right support at school.
How do I know if my child needs a learning assessment?
Common signs include reading, writing or maths taking noticeably more effort than it should, a gap between how bright a child seems and how they’re performing academically, slow progress despite extra help at school, or a teacher raising concerns about a specific skill area. If this sounds familiar, chat with our team and we’ll help you work out if an assessment makes sense.
Can adults get a learning assessment, or is it only for children?
At Minds of All Kinds Psychology, we provide learning assessments for children, adolescents and adults. Adults often seek one later in life to finally understand lifelong difficulties with reading, writing or maths, or to access support and accommodations at university or in the workplace.
What’s the difference between dyslexia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia?
Dyslexia affects reading and spelling, dyscalculia affects understanding and working with numbers, and dysgraphia affects writing — including handwriting and getting thoughts onto the page. Someone can have one, a combination, or none of these and still have a genuine learning difficulty; a learning assessment identifies exactly which pattern applies.
What’s the difference between a learning assessment and a cognitive assessment?
A learning assessment focuses specifically on academic skills — reading, writing and maths — and usually includes a cognitive component as part of building the full picture. A standalone cognitive assessment looks more broadly at memory, reasoning and processing speed without necessarily testing academic skills directly. In practice, most learning assessments combine both.
What happens during a learning assessment?
The process typically includes an initial consultation, two or more testing sessions covering academic skills and cognitive functioning, and a feedback session where results and practical, school-ready recommendations are explained in plain language.
How long does a learning assessment take?
A learning assessment involves testing across more than one session rather than a single appointment. Timelines depend on age and what’s being assessed — our team can give you a clearer estimate once we understand your situation.
Will I get a diagnosis at the end of a learning assessment?
You’ll receive a clear outcome either way — whether that’s a formal diagnosis such as dyslexia or dyscalculia, an explanation of another contributing factor, or both. Reports are written in plain language so you know exactly what the findings mean and what to do next.
Is a learning assessment covered by Medicare or NDIS?
Some rebates may apply depending on your circumstances and referral pathway. If you hold NDIS funding, our reports are prepared to support access requests and plan reviews. Get in touch and we can talk through what applies to you.
Do I need a referral for a learning assessment?
No — you can self-refer and book directly. A referral from a GP, paediatrician or school is welcome and can help if you’re hoping to access a Medicare rebate or want the assessment linked with other support your child is receiving.
Will the school accept the report from a learning assessment?
Our reports are written specifically to be shared with schools, including practical, actionable recommendations — not just clinical findings — so they can be used directly to support accommodations, an Individual Learning Plan, or additional in-class support.
Can learning assessments be done via telehealth?
Some components can be completed via telehealth, though academic and cognitive testing is must be done in person. Chat with our team and we can advise what’s suitable for your situation.
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Start with a short intake call — we’ll talk through what’s going on and confirm this is the right assessment before anything is booked in.