Educational Psychological Assessments
An Educational Psychological Assessment may be required if your child is struggling to keep up in school.
Educational Psychological Assessments at Sensational Kids
Our Educational Psychological Assessments help identify and support the learning, cognitive, and emotional needs of children and adolescents across Ireland. These assessments provide valuable insights into a child’s strengths and challenges, enabling parents and educators to create effective strategies for success.
What We Assess:
- Cognitive ability and intellectual functioning
- Learning difficulties and specific educational needs
- Attention, memory, and processing skills
- Emotional and behavioral factors impacting learning
Why Choose Sensational Kids?
- Comprehensive, evidence-based assessments
- Conducted by experienced chartered educational psychologists
- Clear, actionable reports for parents and schools
- Recommendations for tailored interventions and supports
Serving Families Across Ireland:
We provide educational psychological assessments from our centres in Kildare, Clonakilty (West Cork), and Claremorris (Mayo).
Our centres are easily accessible from major towns and cities, including Dublin, Cork, West Cork, Galway, and Sligo, , making it convenient for families across Leinster, Munster, and Connacht.
How Do I Know If My Child Needs an Educational Psychological Assessment?
An Educational Psychological Assessment may be necessary if your child is struggling to keep up in school or experiencing challenges with learning and academic performance. These assessments are often required to determine eligibility for additional educational supports, such as:
- Assistive technology
- Special Needs Assistants (SNA)
- Resource hours
- Exam accommodations in secondary school
An educational psychologist evaluates your child’s IQ and cognitive (intellectual) functioning, providing a clear picture of their learning profile. This assessment is essential for:
- Identifying dyslexia
- Supporting occupational therapists in confirming dysgraphia and dyspraxia
- Understanding attention, memory, and processing difficulties
By pinpointing your child’s strengths and challenges, an Educational Psychological Assessment helps create tailored strategies for success at school and beyond.
Did You Know?
Educational Psychologists play a vital role in supporting children and young people across a wide range of learning and developmental areas. They help with:
- Learning and cognition
- Preferred learning styles
- Literacy and numeracy acquisition
- Memory and focus
- Emotional and behavioral concerns
- And much more
If your child or adolescent is experiencing difficulties in any aspect of learning, an Educational Psychologist can guide and empower you with tools and interventions to support their progress.
What Educational Psychologists Can Do:
- Assess your child’s or teen’s learning profile and cognitive abilities
- Recommend supports for specific learning difficulties
- Provide strategies to enhance preferred learning styles and self-esteem
- Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other professionals
- Deliver training for professionals working with your child
Areas We Support:
- Learning profile and preferred learning style
- Reading and comprehension skills
- Numeracy skills
- Memory and processing
- Study techniques
- Specific learning difficulties (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia)
- Self-esteem and confidence
Where Are Educational Psychological Assessments Available?
Sensational Kids offers Educational Psychological Assessments at the following Child Development Centres:
- Kildare Town – Conveniently located just off the M7 at Exit 13
- Clonakilty, West Cork – Opening January 2026 in West Cork Technology Park
- Claremorris, Co. Mayo – Opening January 2026 on Ballindine Road
Our centres are easily accessible from major towns and cities, making it simple for families across Leinster, Munster, and Connacht to access expert educational psychology services.
Subsidised Fees
The fees we charge and the subsidies we provide for therapy services are directly influenced by the funds we raise each year. Every donation helps us offset the significant costs of delivering high-quality care from experienced clinicians. Your fundraising support ensures that children with additional needs can access essential therapies—such as psychology, speech, and occupational therapy—without financial barriers.
We rely on donations to subsidise fees and on grants and gifts to fund free supports for families who need them most. Our ability to do this depends entirely on the generosity of our supporters. By contributing, you help us maintain excellence in service while making life-changing interventions more affordable and accessible.