About this Assessment
A School Observational Assessment is designed to uncover how your child participates, copes, and learns within the school environment. Many children who thrive at home can face different challenges at school, where expectations for attention, organisation, task completion, transitions, and social interaction are very different.
This assessment helps identify patterns such as:
- Trouble concentrating or remaining on task
- Restlessness or frequent fidgeting
- Difficulty starting or completing work
- Challenges following routines or transitions
- Needing movement to stay focused
- Social or playground challenges
- Sensory or environmental factors that impact learning
The aim is to understand why these difficulties are happening and what practical supports can be put in place at home and school.
We observe your child in both the classroom and the yard, as well as gather insights from teachers, to gain a complete picture of their daily school experience. The result is a tailored set of recommendations that help teachers and parents support your child in meaningful, realistic ways.
Our Process
1. Initial Meeting
Before the school visit, we arrange a short consultation with you to gather background information, understand your concerns, and learn about your child’s strengths and challenges.
2. Classroom Observation
We observe your child during regular class activities to understand:
- Attention and focus
- Posture and seating needs
- Task initiation and completion
- Ability to follow instructions
- Emotional and sensory regulation
- Interaction with peers
- Movement needs and fidgeting patterns
3. Yard / Playground Observation
This helps us assess:
- Social interaction
- Play skills
- Motor confidence
- Self-regulation in unstructured environments
- Responses to sensory input (noise, movement, crowds)
4. Teacher Consultation
We meet with your child’s teacher to gather insights, discuss observed patterns, and clarify what supports may be needed.
5. Written Report & Recommendations
Within a short time after the assessment, you will receive a detailed report outlining:
- Key findings
- Strengths and needs
- Classroom strategies
- Sensory and regulation supports
- Seating or environmental adjustments
- Practical recommendations for home and school
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