Educational Assessments - Frequently Asked Questions

Disruptions to schooling have left many students with learning gaps. If your child seems to be struggling to catch up, an assessment can pinpoint where they need extra support.

Schools are facing teacher shortages and larger class sizes, making it harder for individual learning needs to be addressed. If you’ve been told your child is having difficulties, an assessment can provide a clearer picture and practical next steps.

Many children with learning differences go undiagnosed for years, leading to frustration and underachievement. We assess for neurodiversity, giving you the insights needed to access the right support.

With changes in structured literacy, numeracy, and NCEA, many parents are anxious about their child’s academic progress. Our assessments help you understand how your child is tracking and where they may need extra guidance.

School-related anxiety is increasing, and emotional well-being plays a key role in learning. If your child seems withdrawn, disengaged, or reluctant to go to school, an assessment can explore underlying factors and help create a plan for support.

Digital learning has changed the way children focus and engage with schoolwork. If you feel your child is struggling with attention or motivation, an assessment can help determine if they need strategies for focus or additional learning support.

Friendships and school culture play a big role in academic success. If your child is experiencing bullying, peer difficulties, or challenges fitting in, we can explore how this impacts their confidence and engagement with learning.

With structured literacy in primary schools and major changes to NCEA, it’s natural to feel uncertain. If you’re worried about whether your child is getting the right support under these new systems, an assessment can offer clarity.