Hello all.
I’m considering arranging a private Educational Psychologist assessment for my autistic and learning disabled child, to better understand her educational needs and what support or provision may be most appropriate for her. She already has an EHCP but was only briefly assessed by the local authority's EP when she was four - she is now 11.
This would be the first time I have gone privately for this type of assessment, so I would be very grateful to hear from anyone who has been through this process.
If you have used a private Educational Psychologist for your child or young person, would you be willing to share your experience? I would especially appreciate any advice on what to look for, what questions to ask before booking, and whether there are any pitfalls or things you wish you had known beforehand.
I would also be interested to know whether the report was helpful in practical terms — for example, with school, the local authority, an EHCP review, or understanding your child’s needs more clearly.
If anyone has any recommendations, particularly for someone experienced with children with significant learning disabilities, autism, anxiety, or complex SEND needs, I would be very grateful.
Thank you in advance to anyone willing to share their experience or advice.
