There is no test to revise for. The assessment is about building a full understanding of you or your child, and some background information can help.
For adults
The first appointment is a detailed developmental history interview. During this session, we ask about your early development and life so far. This may include pregnancy and birth history where known, early milestones, communication, friendships and relationships, sensory experiences, routines, education, work, emotional wellbeing, mental health, and everyday life across different settings.
This interview helps us understand patterns over time and how your strengths and needs may have changed across different stages of life. Where helpful, you may choose to involve someone who knew you well during childhood, such as a parent, carer, sibling, or another trusted person. If you have school reports, previous assessments, professional letters, or other relevant information, you are welcome to share these with us.
In the Adult Autism Assessment: We will ask you to complete two self-report questionnaires, which help us gather additional information about your experiences in a structured and consistent way.
For children and young people
The second appointment is usually with parents or carers only. This is a detailed developmental history interview where we ask about your child’s early development and life so far. This may include pregnancy and birth history where known, early milestones, communication, play, friendships, sensory experiences, routines, emotional wellbeing, behaviour, education, family life, and everyday functioning across different settings.
This interview helps us understand patterns over time and how your child’s strengths and needs may have developed across different stages. If you have nursery or school reports, previous assessments, professional letters, care plans, or other relevant information, you are welcome to share these with us as part of the assessment process.
At your own pace
For adults: We work at a pace that feels comfortable and explain each stage of the process as we go.
For children and young people: We work in a child-centred way, taking time to help your child or young person feel as comfortable as possible and explaining each stage of the process as we go.
If you are unsure what to bring, ask on your free consultation.
