A psycho-educational assessment involves a standardised assessment of a child’s intellectual and academic abilities. It is administered by a psychologist and combined with clinical interviews, observations, and historical records to help understand how your child learns, and to identify if they are struggling. It measures general aptitude and academic achievement around core skills, reading, writing, and mathematics. It involves some techniques, including pencil and paper activities, verbal response, and the assessment of motor skills. The assessment varies depending on a child’s age.

The results can help to understand your child’s potential (i.e. if they are gifted or have a learning disability) and provide strategies to support them. During these assessments, other concerns are also evaluated, such as anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and recommendations for your child are based on a combination of standardized test results and the evaluation of psychosocial and/or mental health issues.

An effective study method is any way of learning that helps children memorise and practise their skills in preparation for exams or class tests. Everyone is different when it comes to preferred learning styles, so every child needs to find a study method that works for them. Good study skills can increase your confidence, competence, and self-esteem. They can also reduce anxiety about tests and deadlines. By developing effective study skills, you may be able to cut down on the number of hours spent studying, leaving more time for other activities in your life.