Clarity for your child’s learning, behaviour and school needs - with internationally recognised assessments and practical guidance for local and expat families living in Singapore

A diagnosis is not meant to label your child negatively, but to provide clarity. It helps parents, therapists and schools better understand your child’s needs, access appropriate support, and plan effective strategies for learning and development.

Psychological testing involves structured, standardised assessments conducted by an educational psychologist to understand your child’s cognitive abilities, learning profile, behaviour and development. This helps identify strengths, challenges and possible diagnoses.

Keep it simple and reassuring. Let your child know they will be doing some activities, puzzles or tasks. Avoid framing it as a “test” or something they need to perform well in, as the goal is to understand how they learn best.

Standardised psychological assessments are carefully designed and validated tools that provide reliable insights within a structured timeframe. Combined with parent interviews and professional observations, they give a comprehensive understanding of your child. At the same time, we recognise that this is not a fixed or defining label. Children grow, families evolve, and development is always changing. We see this as one step in an ongoing journey, where we continue to support you and your child over time.

Most children find the sessions manageable and even engaging, as activities are often interactive and adapted to their pace. Our psychologists take a child-centred approach to ensure your child feels comfortable and supported throughout.

Assessments may include cognitive (IQ), autism (ASD), ADHD, learning disorders (e.g. dyslexia, dyscalculia), as well as developmental and school readiness assessments, depending on your child’s needs. Our educational psychologists are familiar with the requirements of both MOE and international schools in Singapore, and can guide families through school support, accommodations and next steps. Whether you are a local or international family, we are here to support you. We also recognise that a child’s performance is influenced by multiple factors, including areas such as motor coordination (e.g. DCD), speech and language development, and sensory processing. As a multidisciplinary practice, our psychologists work closely with occupational therapists and speech therapists. Observations and assessment findings are integrated across disciplines to provide a more comprehensive and meaningful understanding of your child.

An assessment provides a clear understanding of your child’s strengths and challenges, guiding appropriate therapy, school support and accommodations. Early clarity allows for more targeted intervention and better long-term outcomes.

Yes. Assessment reports are commonly used to support applications for exam accommodations, learning support and placement in both local and international schools in Singapore.

An autism assessment includes a detailed parent interview, observation of your child’s social communication and behaviour, and standardised tools to determine whether your child meets criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Some children naturally make less eye contact than others, especially if they are shy, sensitive, or focused on something else. However, consistently avoiding eye contact together with limited social interaction, delayed communication, or difficulty engaging with others may be worth exploring further. Eye contact alone does not determine a diagnosis, but it can be one part of understanding your child’s development.

Meltdowns are often not about the “small thing” itself. They may happen when a child feels overwhelmed by changes, sensory input, frustration, tiredness, difficulty communicating, or emotions they cannot yet regulate. What looks minor to adults may feel very intense to a child. Understanding the triggers can help us support your child more effectively.