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Academic Achievement Assessment
An academic achievement assessment evaluates specific learning skills in reading, writing, and mathematics to identify areas of difficulty or strengths. The results help guide school planning, learning support, and targeted intervention strategies for improved academic outcomes.
Assessment Overview
An academic achievement assessment evaluates skills in reading, writing, and mathematics to understand a student’s current academic profile. Using standardised tools such as the WIAT-4, we measure key areas including decoding, comprehension, written expression, spelling, numerical reasoning, and fluency.
This assessment is often used for students experiencing learning difficulties, needing targeted support, or requiring formal documentation for school adjustments. At iflow Psychology, we integrate academic results with cognitive findings (if available) to produce a clear, practical report that guides evidence-based intervention and supports the student’s learning pathway.
Key Assessment Details
Purpose
Identify challenges in reading, writing, or mathematics.
Duration
7–9 hours across multiple sessions
Suitable for:
Category /Type
Academic, Learning
What’s Included
Clinical interview and background review
Standardised academic tests (reading, writing, mathematics)
Assessment of fluency, comprehension, and reasoning
Integration of academic results with cognitive findings (if available)
Identification of learning challenges and strengths
Comprehensive written report
Feedback session
Recommendations for school adjustments and intervention planning
What to Expect
Your psychologist will begin with a discussion about learning history, academic challenges, and school expectations. Standardised tests of reading, writing, and mathematics are then administered over one or more sessions, depending on the assessment package.
Results are analysed alongside cognitive or behavioural information (if available) to create a clear learning profile. A feedback session will help you understand the findings and outline targeted strategies, school adjustments, and recommended next steps to support academic progress.
Benefits
Clear picture of current academic skills across reading, writing, and maths
Identifies learning strengths and challenges
Informs school adjustments and targeted intervention
Helps guide literacy and numeracy support programs
Assists families and teachers with evidence-based planning
Supports applications for educational accommodations
Understanding Academic Skills Across Key Learning Areas
An academic achievement assessment provides insight into a student’s reading, writing, spelling, and numeracy abilities. These areas develop at different rates for each child, and difficulties can be influenced by many factors, including learning differences, attention, underlying cognitive skills, emotional wellbeing, or gaps in foundational teaching. Assessment helps clarify which academic skills are developing as expected and which may require additional support.
Why Academic Assessment Matters
Academic results alone do not always explain why a student is struggling. A structured assessment explores how they approach tasks, where errors occur, and whether challenges relate to comprehension, processing, working memory, attention, or specific learning needs. This information helps determine whether difficulties reflect a learning disability, the effects of anxiety or stress, or areas that may benefit from targeted literacy or numeracy intervention. Clear insight into these factors supports more accurate decision-making for families, teachers, and allied health professionals.
Supporting Learning Progress and School Engagement
The goal of academic achievement assessment is to inform practical, evidence-informed recommendations that assist a student’s progress and wellbeing. These may include structured reading or numeracy programs, adjustments in class, changes to workload or expectations, or strategies to support confidence and motivation. Understanding the student’s learning profile helps strengthen communication between families and schools and guides planning for ongoing support, tutoring, or further assessment where needed.
Fees & Funding
Privately billed assessment
Medicare rebates are not available for academic testing
May be eligible for private health rebates depending on your policy
Suitable for NDIS funding (self-managed or plan-managed) where learning or functional capacity is being explored
Payment plan options available
Fees discussed transparently prior to assessment
Why Choose iflow Psychology
Comprehensive evaluation of reading, writing, and mathematics
Experienced clinicians specialising in learning and academic development
Detailed, actionable recommendations for classroom support
Suitable for school planning, learning interventions, and educational reports
Structured assessment process with clear communication and feedback
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is an Academic Achievement Assessment useful for NDIS?
Academic assessments can assist in describing functional impacts relevant to daily learning and cognition. For formal NDIS access, combined cognitive and academic testing may be recommended to provide a complete diagnostic picture.
What signs suggest an Academic Achievement Assessment may be helpful?
Common indicators include ongoing difficulty with reading, writing, spelling, or numeracy; slow study pace; challenges completing coursework; frequent need to re-read material; or longstanding academic struggles despite effort.
What information should I bring to the assessment?
Previous school reports, university results, workplace performance concerns, past assessments, or any information relating to study or learning supports can assist in building a complete picture of your academic history.
Can the assessment be completed via telehealth?
Most academic assessment tools require in-person administration for accuracy and standardisation. Interviews and the feedback session can be conducted via secure telehealth if preferred.
Are these assessments accepted by schools, universities, or training programs?
Academic achievement results can contribute to documentation for adjustments or learning support. Formal disability documentation usually requires a full diagnostic learning assessment rather than stand-alone academic testing.
What happens after the assessment is completed?
You will receive clear feedback on your results, including areas of strength and difficulty, and practical recommendations for study, daily functioning, or support services. A written report can be provided if required for educational or workplace planning.
How long does an Academic Achievement Assessment take?
Most assessments are completed in one to two sessions depending on the number of areas assessed and the individual’s pace. A separate feedback session is scheduled to discuss results and recommendations.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is required. You can book directly. A referral is only needed if you plan to access Medicare-rebated therapy sessions, not for academic testing.
Can this assessment diagnose a learning disability?
On its own, an Academic Achievement Assessment cannot diagnose a learning disability. Diagnosis generally requires both cognitive testing and academic testing completed together as part of a comprehensive learning assessment.
What does the assessment involve?
The assessment includes standardised tests of reading accuracy, comprehension, written expression, spelling, and mathematics. Background history and relevant questionnaires are also reviewed to understand learning experiences across school, study, or work settings.
Who is this assessment suitable for?
It is suitable for adolescents and adults experiencing persistent academic difficulties, returning to study, preparing for vocational training, or seeking clarification about strengths and challenges that may affect learning or performance.
What is an Academic Achievement Assessment?
An academic achievement assessment uses standardised tools to evaluate skills such as reading, spelling, writing, comprehension, and numeracy. It provides a detailed understanding of an individual’s current academic functioning compared with age- or year-level expectations.
Contact & Hours
iflow Psychology
Suite 2, 260–274 Victoria Road, Gladesville NSW 2111
📞 02 6061 1144
📧 admin@iflowpsychology.com.au
Mon–Fri: 8:30am–6pm · Sat: 8:30am–2pm
Resources
The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) provides information on national academic standards, helping contextualise learning strengths and areas requiring support.