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Assessment Overview
A dyscalculia assessment examines the cognitive and academic processes involved in mathematical learning. This includes number sense, mathematical reasoning, working memory, and calculation skills. The assessment identifies patterns that may be contributing to difficulties with maths learning or classroom performance.
Our psychologists provide targeted recommendations for teachers, learning support staff, and families. This may include instructional strategies, scaffolded learning approaches, and practical tools to help build mathematical confidence.
Key Assessment Details
Purpose
Diagnose specific learning disorder in mathematics.
Duration
8–10 hours over 2 sessions
Suitable for:
Category /Type
Learning Disorders
What’s Included
Clinical interview and developmental/educational review
Standardised cognitive testing related to numeracy
Mathematics and numerical reasoning assessments
Scoring and interpretation
Identification of learning patterns affecting maths
Comprehensive written report
Feedback session
Recommendations for school, tutoring, and home support
What to Expect
Your psychologist will begin by exploring mathematics history, confidence, and areas of difficulty. Standardised tests measure number sense, calculation, problem-solving, and mathematical reasoning. Cognitive tasks related to maths learning may also be included.
Following scoring and interpretation, your psychologist prepares a written report outlining learning patterns, strengths, and support strategies. A feedback session is scheduled to discuss the results and guide planning for school or tutoring support.
Benefits
Clear understanding of mathematical strengths and challenges
Identifies cognitive factors affecting maths learning
Provides targeted recommendations for teachers and tutors
Helps reduce frustration by clarifying the nature of difficulties
Supports planning for school adjustments or intervention
Informs long-term learning strategies
Understanding Mathematical Learning Differences
Dyscalculia is a specific learning difference that affects how individuals understand numbers, quantities, and mathematical concepts. Difficulties may appear as trouble recognising number patterns, recalling basic facts, estimating quantities, or completing age-appropriate maths tasks. These challenges are not caused by lack of effort; they reflect differences in how the brain processes numerical information. Screening and assessment help clarify whether difficulties relate to dyscalculia, broader learning factors, attention, or foundational gaps in teaching.
Why Dyscalculia Assessment Is Important
A structured assessment explores underlying cognitive skills such as working memory, processing speed, visual-spatial reasoning, and numerical processing. It also examines how the individual approaches mathematical tasks, where errors occur, and what strategies they use when problem-solving. This information helps distinguish dyscalculia from general maths difficulties, anxiety about numbers, or reduced exposure to learning opportunities. By understanding the root causes of challenges, families and educators can make more informed decisions about next steps.
Supporting Learning, Confidence, and Everyday Functioning
Assessment findings guide practical recommendations for home and school. These may include targeted numeracy intervention, visual supports, concrete materials, structured teaching approaches, scaffolding for multi-step tasks, and adjustments to classroom expectations. Many individuals with dyscalculia develop strong strengths in other areas such as verbal reasoning, creativity, or problem-solving. Understanding the learning profile helps reduce frustration, support confidence, and improve participation in both academic and everyday numeracy tasks.
Fees & Funding
Privately billed learning assessment
Medicare rebates do not apply to this type of testing
May be eligible for private health insurance rebates
Suitable for NDIS (self-managed or plan-managed) where learning or daily functioning is affected
Payment plans offered
Fees explained clearly at the time of booking
Why Choose iflow Psychology
Integrated assessment of cognition, learning, and executive functioning
Full diagnostic reporting for learning disorders and school supports
Thorough feedback with step-by-step recommendations for families
Suitable for NDIS, school planning, and intervention pathways
Evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is dyscalculia related to anxiety or stress about maths?
Maths anxiety and dyscalculia can co-occur, but they are different. Dyscalculia involves specific difficulties with numerical processing and arithmetic skills. The assessment helps clarify whether challenges relate to anxiety, learning processes, or both.
What information should I bring to the assessment?
Useful information includes school or university reports, past assessments, NDIS plans (if relevant), medical information, and examples of challenges with maths or numeracy tasks in daily life.
Can the assessment be completed via telehealth?
Interviews and questionnaires may be completed via telehealth. Standardised maths and cognitive assessments generally require in-person administration to ensure validity.
Can dyscalculia assessments help with school, university, or workplace adjustments?
Yes. Assessment results may contribute to eligibility for learning accommodations or academic adjustments. Requirements vary depending on the institution or workplace.
What happens after the assessment?
Your psychologist will review the results with you, explain how your cognitive and maths profiles relate to daily functioning, and provide practical strategies for learning, study, and daily numeracy challenges. A report can be prepared if needed for educational or workplace planning.
How long does a dyscalculia assessment take?
The assessment usually takes 2–3 sessions, depending on the individual’s pace and the range of tools required. A separate feedback session is scheduled to explain findings and outline recommendations.
Do I need a referral for assessment?
No referral is required. You can book directly. A referral is only needed if you intend to access Medicare-rebated therapy sessions—not for diagnostic testing.
Can this assessment diagnose dyscalculia?
Yes. Diagnosis is based on clinical guidelines, standardised test results, developmental history, and evidence of long-standing difficulty with maths. A full assessment includes cognitive and academic testing to ensure accuracy.
What does the assessment involve?
It typically includes:
A clinical interview and developmental history
Standardised cognitive testing
Standardised maths testing (e.g., calculation, fluency, problem-solving)
Analysis of working memory, processing speed, and reasoning skills
A comprehensive report outlining strengths, difficulties, and recommendations
Who is suitable for a dyscalculia assessment?
The assessment is suitable for adolescents and adults experiencing persistent maths difficulties at school, university, or work. It may also be helpful for individuals planning further study or seeking NDIS or educational supports.
What are common signs of dyscalculia?
Signs may include trouble recognising numbers, difficulty learning basic maths facts, problems estimating quantities, slow calculation speed, challenges with time or money concepts, or persistent difficulty understanding mathematical procedures despite effort.
What is a dyscalculia assessment?
A dyscalculia assessment evaluates numerical reasoning, arithmetic skills, working memory, and mathematical problem-solving using standardised cognitive and academic tests. It helps clarify whether difficulties with maths are consistent with a specific learning disorder in mathematics.
Contact & Hours
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Suite 2, 260–274 Victoria Road, Gladesville NSW 2111
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Resources
SPELD NSW offers accessible resources on mathematics learning difficulties, including dyscalculia, and ways to support numeracy development.