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Private Autism & ADHD assessments for Children

Explore our assessments, services and resources tailored for children.

Our assessments for Children

We offer high quality and reliable private assessments, and interventions that support children and adults to reach their potential.

Child Autism Assessment

Child Autism Assessment

For children displaying difficulties with language, non-verbal communication and social skills, and repetitive behaviours.
Child ADHD Assessment

Child ADHD Assessment

For children with inattentiveness, impulsivity and hyperactivity.
Child Autism & ADHD Combined Assessment

Child Autism & ADHD Combined Assessment

A combined assessment that considers symptoms relevant to ASD and ADHD.

ADHD Medication for Children

We are an assessment and diagnosis only service, and as such do not offer intervention, therapy or medication. Whilst medication is not the only treatment option for ADHD (psychological therapy is recommended too), it can be very effective and make a huge difference to people’s lives. If this is something you would like to explore, our sister company, The ADHD Service, can support you through this process.

Alternatively, you are free to pursue a referral to a psychiatrist via your GP and the NHS, or via another private company of your choosing. If you seek treatment privately, you will need to pay for their time, follow-up appointments, and the medication itself.

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Support for children

Resources and answers to some of the key questions our clients ask.

 

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All the staff and clinicians were very friendly and put you at your ease. The whole process was so reassuring and you were made to feel comfortable at all times.
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I would highly recommend The Autism Service. Everyone we had contact with was incredibly kind, understanding, empathetic and very helpful. They responded to emails almost immediately, which made the whole process much less stressful for us. My daughter usually does not like talking on the phone or online, but she felt comfortable and opened up during the appointments. She was happy to answer questions, which shows that the staff truly know how to approach and support their patients. Even after the assessment was completed, they continued to be helpful and supportive. We are very grateful for their professionalism and care. I highly recommend this service.
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Such a positive experience from start to finish. We had been waiting three years for an NHS Assessment and decided to go private for our daughter. From the start, there was a detailed plan in place. I knew what was going on at every stage and the whole process was quick and well informed. We have finally been listened to and have a report that helps us to provide the help and guidance our daughter deserves. Thank you!
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Very good service and very supportive
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For a long time we struggled with our son and just knew there was something different about him. After being told NHS waiting times were over 24 months, we felt we had no choice but to go private for the sake of our 9-year-old. At that point, he would have been starting secondary school before we even received a diagnosis, and he was already struggling. As parents, we felt it was our duty to get answers sooner rather than later. Choosing The Autism Service was honestly the best decision we could have made. From start to finish the whole process was smooth, professional, and well communicated. We felt listened to, supported, and reassured every step of the way. I would highly recommend this service to any parent in a similar position.