Paediatric Assessments
Private diagnostic assessments for autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties — often the fastest route to a diagnosis when NHS waits stretch to years.
Typical cost
£800 – £3,000
NHS wait
2 – 4 years in some areas
Session length
2 – 6 hours (across visits)
51 providers found
Clinical Partners Leeds
Paediatric Assessment
Private neurodevelopmental assessment clinic in Leeds offering ADHD, autism and combined diagnostic assessments for children and adults. Provides post-diagnostic support and treatment.
The Tower Clinic, 8 Tinshill Lane, Cookridge, Leeds, LS16 7AP
Demelza
Paediatric Assessment
Demelza delivers extraordinary care to extraordinary children who are facing serious or life-limiting conditions, throughout Kent, South East London and East Sussex. Demelza is here to support them and their families at every step – from first diagnosis and for as long as we’re needed.
Dr Syed Ahmad - Child Psychiatrist
Paediatric Assessment
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Manchester
Dyslexia and Neurodiversity In-Sight
Paediatric Assessment
Dyslexia and Neurodiversity In-Sight is a paediatric assessment provider based in Manchester. They support children and young people with dyslexia.
SK6 5LU
Great Ormond Street Hospital (private)
Paediatric Assessment
Medical information on Autism from Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Great Ormond Street, London WC1N 3JH
Harley Therapy
Paediatric Assessment
Harley Therapy is a paediatric assessment provider based in London. They support children and young people with other.
2 Harley Street, London W1G 9PA
Healios
Paediatric Assessment
Healios is an online mental health, autism and ADHD service provider for children, young people and families.
Online — nationwide
Inclusion Compass – Practical SEN and Learning Support
Paediatric Assessment
Inclusion Compass – Practical SEN and Learning Support is a paediatric assessment provider based in Liverpool. They support children and young people with special educational needs.
L3 9BS
Jo Condon Autism Assessments
Paediatric Assessment
Jo Condon Autism Assessments is a paediatric assessment provider based in Manchester. They support children and young people with autism.
M35 0EJ
Neurospectrum
Paediatric Assessment
Private neurodevelopmental assessment centre in Newcastle providing specialist ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia assessments for children and adults across the North East.
25 Lansdowne Terrace, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1HP
Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals - Great North Children's Hospital
Paediatric Assessment
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK providing healthcare to communities across the North East of England and beyond.
Queen Victoria Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4LP
NHS Autism
Paediatric Assessment
The NHS provides a wealth of information about SCD and autism including recognising the signs, getting a diagnosis and the support available to families.
Noah's Ark Children's Hospital for Wales
Paediatric Assessment
Rydym yn croesawu galwadau ffôn yn Gymraeg, Saesneg a Iaith Arwyddion Prydain (BSL) via SignVideo. We welcome phone calls in Welsh, English and British Sign Language (BSL) via SignVideo
Heath Park, Cardiff CF14 4XW
Psicon
Paediatric Assessment
Psicon offers neurodiversity assessments and diagnosis for autism, ADHD and mental wellbeing, to adults and children in the South East. Book an appointment.
Leeds and nationwide, A29 2EA
Psychiatry-UK
Paediatric Assessment
Private and NHS mental health care for Adult & Child ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress and more. Speak to a GMC-registered expert online.
Online and in-person assessments across the UK
React
Paediatric Assessment
Helping children with life-shortening illnesses, React works to give children comfort, dignity and where possible, greater independence. They supply a wide range of equipment from specialist wheelchairs, beds, baths and mobility aids to essential everyday homecare items like pushchairs and domestic appliances. This may include educational equipment to ensure a child’s developmental needs are met; React Holidays at one of React’s mobile holiday homes; and funeral expenses and memorial headstones.
Royal Hospital for Children Glasgow
Paediatric Assessment
The Royal Hospital for Children can be located at 1345 Govan Road, Glasgow, G51 4TF. Main Contact Telephone Number: 0141 201 0000.
1345 Govan Road, Glasgow G51 4TF
Sheffield Children's Hospital
Paediatric Assessment
Sheffield Children's Hospital is a paediatric assessment provider based in Sheffield. They support children and young people with other.
Western Bank, Sheffield S10 2TH
South Wales Psychology
Paediatric Assessment
Independent practice providing face-to-face neurodevelopmental autism and ADHD assessments for children and adults across South Wales, following NICE guidelines. Clinics in Swansea and Bridgend.
Life Therapy Centre, 1 Pell Street, Swansea, SA1 3ES
The Autism Service Birmingham
Paediatric Assessment
Specialist autism and ADHD assessment clinic in the West Midlands providing diagnostic assessments for children and adults with expert clinicians.
454 Hagley Road West, Quinton, Oldbury, B68 0DL
The Autism Service Cardiff
Paediatric Assessment
Welsh autism and ADHD assessment clinic offering combined ASD/ADHD diagnostic pathways. Provides assessments for children and adults since 2022.
242 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff, CF11 9JG
The Autism Service Glasgow
Paediatric Assessment
Scottish autism and ADHD assessment clinic offering face-to-face and remote diagnostic assessments for children and adults with nationwide coverage.
34 West George Street, Glasgow, G2 1DA
The Autism Service Manchester
Paediatric Assessment
Specialist autism and ADHD assessment clinic offering combined ASD/ADHD diagnostic pathways for children and adults. Part of a network of over 50 UK clinics.
Oak Hill Court, 171 Bury New Road, Prestwich, Manchester, M25 9ND
The Maudsley Centre for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders
Paediatric Assessment
Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake ... for ARFID and other feeding disorders. We provide detailed assessments and specialised therapy for children and teens with various avoidant or restrictive eating behaviours....
De Crespigny Park, London SE5 8AF
Finding the right paediatric assessment service
Private paediatric assessments provide diagnostic evaluations for conditions like autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and developmental delays. For many families, the main reason to go private is speed — NHS diagnostic pathways can involve waits of 2 to 4 years in some areas, and a diagnosis is often needed to unlock the right support.
What they do
Diagnostic assessment teams typically include paediatricians, clinical psychologists, and speech therapists working together. For autism assessments, they follow recognised frameworks like ADOS-2 and ADI-R. ADHD assessments involve detailed history-taking, rating scales from parents and teachers, and clinical observation. Dyslexia assessments use standardised cognitive and literacy tests.
When to seek help
If you suspect your child may be autistic, have ADHD, or have a specific learning difficulty, and the NHS waiting list is unacceptably long, a private assessment can provide answers much sooner. A formal diagnosis can be essential for accessing the right school support, applying for an EHCP, claiming Disability Living Allowance, and simply understanding your child better.
What to expect
Autism assessments usually involve 2 to 3 appointments over several weeks, including parent interviews, school questionnaires, and direct assessment of your child. ADHD assessments may be completed in 1 to 2 sessions. You'll receive a detailed diagnostic report, usually within 2 to 4 weeks, which is accepted by schools, Local Authorities, and the NHS.
Typical costs
Private autism assessments typically cost between £1,500 and £3,000. ADHD assessments range from £800 to £2,000. Dyslexia assessments are generally £400 to £800. These are significant costs, but many families find the investment worthwhile for the clarity and access to support a diagnosis provides. Some assessment services offer payment plans.