A school neuropsychological evaluation is the most comprehensive type of evaluation. Assessment is done in the areas of cognitive functioning, memory, language processing, attention and executive functioning, visual-motor skills, social and emotional functioning, and academic achievement. This evaluation includes a parent interview, approximately 8 hours of testing, and a feedback session that includes an in-depth and individualized report with diagnosis (if applicable) and recommendations for school programs, services, and accommodations.

 

If a diagnosis is needed to help your child, this is typically the type of evaluation that should be done. The NYC school-based support teams often require a diagnosis to provide some services to students.