Unlocking potential with cognitive profiling assessments
Discover the unique way your brain processes information. At The Support School, our cognitive profiling assessments go beyond traditional evaluations, providing a comprehensive understanding of individual learning styles and cognitive strengths.
Understanding cognitive profiling assessments
A cognitive profiling assessment offers a deep dive into how an individual’s brain naturally processes the world. It is not a pass-or-fail test, nor is it solely about measuring standard intelligence. Instead, it maps out a person's unique mental blueprint. This assessment looks closely at several key building blocks of learning and thinking:
Verbal comprehension
How well someone understands, processes, and expresses language.
Visual-spatial reasoning
The ability to visualise, manipulate, and organise physical or abstract shapes and spaces.
Working memory
The brain's "mental sticky note"—how much information it can hold onto while actively working with it.
Processing speed
The time it takes to take in information, make sense of it, and respond accurately.
Executive functioning
The underlying management system that controls attention, focus, planning, and mental flexibility.
Why choose The Support School?
With over 30 years in education and extensive experience in leading SEND and inclusion, The Support School provides practical, evidence-based solutions. Our assessments help identify barriers to learning and provide personalised strategies, enabling learners to thrive.
Our assessment process
When you choose a cognitive assessment with The Support School, we ensure a smooth and supportive process:
- Book an online assessment: We will sit with you to ensure the test is fair and to explain any difficulties.
- Detailed report and learning plan: Once completed, you will receive a comprehensive report along with a home/school learning plan tailored for your family.
- Post-assessment review: This includes a 60-minute session to help families understand what the report has discovered and what support the child or young person will need.
- School support: We also offer to support with presenting findings to schools for the family in a 60-minute online class.
The main benefit: enabling success
The greatest takeaway from a cognitive assessment is gaining a clear understanding of individual learning needs. This knowledge allows you to adapt learning provisions so that the individual can achieve their full potential and get the most out of their time in education. It empowers them to thrive.
Common questions answered:
- Why do I need one and what do they give me and my child? An assessment provides a unique insight into your child's cognitive strengths and challenges, offering a roadmap for personalised support and strategies to enhance their learning journey.
- How do they help my child? By identifying specific learning needs, we can tailor educational approaches, making learning more effective, engaging, and ultimately, more successful for your child.
