Cognitive & Educational Assessments
Supporting Children and Adolescents (Ages 6–16)
Insightful Minds Psychology provides comprehensive Cognitive and Educational (Learning) Assessments to help families understand a child’s thinking skills, learning style, and academic needs. These assessments offer clear, practical guidance to support learning at school, at home, and in future educational settings.
Our assessments are conducted by experienced psychologists using gold-standard, evidence-based tools including the WISC-V (cognitive/IQ) and WIAT-III (academic achievement).
What Are Cognitive & Educational Assessments?
These assessments evaluate how a child thinks, learns, processes information, and solves problems. They can help identify learning strengths, cognitive differences, giftedness, and potential learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia.
Areas assessed may include:
General intellectual ability (IQ)
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
Attention, concentration, and working memory
Processing speed
Problem-solving
Academic skills (reading, writing, spelling, mathematics)
Learning style and areas of strength
Suitable for children and adolescents aged 6–16 years.
When Might an Assessment Be Helpful?
An assessment may be recommended when a child:
Struggles with reading, writing, spelling, or maths despite support
Shows inconsistent or unexpected academic performance
Has difficulty following instructions, staying organised, or sustaining attention
Becomes frustrated, anxious, or disengaged with learning
Is suspected of having a learning difficulty (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia)
Appears gifted or has advanced learning abilities
Requires documentation for school support plans or exam accommodations
Needs cognitive data for an ADHD or Autism assessment (within our practice or for your paediatrician)
Identifying learning strengths and challenges early helps guide effective interventions and support emotional wellbeing.
Our Assessment Options:
Cognitive Assessment (WISC-V)
A Cognitive Assessment (IQ test) measures how a child thinks and processes information across areas such as:
Verbal comprehension
Visual–spatial reasoning
Fluid reasoning
Working memory
Processing speed
Useful for:
Understanding learning strengths and challenges
Identifying giftedness
Assessing intellectual disability
Contributing to ADHD or Autism assessment pathways
Guiding personalised learning support at school
Full Cognitive & Educational Assessment (WISC-V + WIAT-III)
This comprehensive assessment provides a detailed profile of a child’s cognitive ability and academic achievement.
Ideal for:
Complex or unclear learning presentations
Diagnostic clarification (learning disorders)
School support plans or funding applications
Transition planning (e.g., moving to high school)
ADHD or Autism assessment pathways
Assessment Fee
The total cost of a cognitive assessment is $800 and the full cognitive and educational assessment fee is $1850. As apart of the assessment we provide you with a brief report, however if a formal report is required, such as for the purposes of an NDIS application, there is an additional fee of $800.
Rebates may be available:
Medicare: For clients under 25 years with a referral from a psychiatrist or paediatrician.
Private Health Insurance: Some funds offer rebates—please check with your provider
Want more information or ready to book?
If you would like to discuss whether a Cognitive or Educational Assessment is right for your child or adolescent, please contact our friendly admin team. As apart of assessment, we offer a complimentary intake call with one of our psychologists. Get in touch via phone 0411 854 694 or contact here.
