educational psychologist assessment needs?

AJABBA12

Hello,

My 7 years old son facing difficulties with fine motor skills, reading, low ability, handwritting, confidence, memory and some social inetraction issues. He was born 2 weeks premature. He started speaking when he was 3 years old. Can you please advise me do we need to consult with an educational psychologist for comprehensive assessment. The only thing im afraid he cant read or write properly. Or do i need to consult OT occupational therapist to develop his motor skills. I will really appreciate your advise.

Regards,

steve51

Hi @AJABBA12.

It's great to meet you I do hope that we can help you ????

Please please have a look at our home page we have got a large of info.

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Sam_Alumni

Hi @AJABBA12 welcome to the community - we had a Guest Q&A about EHCPs recently from @IndependentSupportServices - it might be worth reading through the post or getting in touch with them.

Take a look at their info here.

IndependentSupportServices

Hi @AJABBA12

Scope Independent Support here. If your son attends school, they will be able to inform you what steps they are taking to address his needs. If you and/or the school feel that he needs support above what the school can offer, you can apply to your Local Authority for a needs assessment for an Education, Health and Care Plan.

http://www.ipsea.org.uk/what-you-need-to-know/ehc-needs-assessments/asking-for-an-ehc-needs-assessment  

As part of the process, the Local Authority would ask for advice from an Educational Psychologist. You could also request an assessment from an Occupational Therapist and any other professionals you feel may be able to offer advice.

The process of applying is slightly different in each area so for more detailed information, please contact your local Independent Support team - they can be found using the link below

https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/independent-support/where-find-my-independent-support-provider