Let's see how the pieces fit.
188 Glen Osmond Rd, Fullarton SA 5063 · On-site parking
Hours: Mon–Fri, 10 AM – 5 PM. A short drive from Unley, Glen Osmond, Burnside and Norwood.
Child ADHD assessment · Ages 6–17 · Fullarton
Every child focuses in their own way.
A child ADHD assessment looks at attention, focus and behaviour at home and at school. A registered psychologist completes it in one appointment of about 2 hours at our Fullarton rooms, and you get a written report you can share with school.
No referral needed · Assessments only, no therapy · Current wait time about 5–6 weeks
1 visit
About 2 hours at our Fullarton rooms
No referral
You can book directly
Registered
Every assessment is completed by a fully registered psychologist
1 report
Written by your psychologist, with recommendations for home and school
When focus is hard at home and at school
Maybe your child’s teacher has raised concerns about attention. Maybe homework takes far longer than it should. An assessment gives you a clearer picture to plan support with school.
A teacher has raised concerns about attention
Homework takes far longer than it should
Following instructions is hard
The school or a paediatrician has asked for an assessment
Four pieces, one picture of your child's attention
Parent interview
Your child’s history and what you see at home, from the early years to now.
Rating scales
Conners-4 questionnaires completed by you and your child’s teacher.
Thinking skills
The WISC-V, which gives us a picture of your child’s thinking and learning strengths, so we can tailor our recommendations to them.
Learning check
Whether learning difficulties might better explain what you’re seeing.
Bring any educational assessment from the last 2–3 years. If your child hasn’t had one, ask about the combined child educational and ADHD assessment. Reports are written by your psychologist, not generated by AI.
How it works
1
Get in touch
Book online or call. Unsure which assessment fits? Ask about an initial consult.
2
Parent and teacher forms
You and your child’s teacher complete the rating scales. Reception will send these forms to you in an email before your appointment.
3
One appointment
About 2 hours at our Fullarton rooms: time with you, then testing with your child.
4
Your report
Emailed to you within about 5–10 business days, with recommendations for home and school.
Straight answers on fees
$1,395
Private fee for a child ADHD assessment, with a $450 non-refundable deposit to book. The combined child educational and ADHD assessment is $1,795, with a $600 deposit. Services outside the assessment, such as follow-up appointments after the report, may cost extra.
Medicare doesn’t cover ADHD assessments. We accept NDIS-funded clients. For NDIS fee schedule, please call us for details.
Common questions
How do I book?
Book online through our booking system, or call 08 8133 5711, Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM. If you’re not sure the assessment suits your child, call us first and we’ll talk it through.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly without a referral from a GP or paediatrician.
What age can my child be?
We assess children from age 6 to 17. If your child is under 6, we suggest talking with your GP or a paediatrician first.
How long is the wait?
Currently about 5–6 weeks. Reception can tell you the next available appointment when you call.
Do you prescribe medication?
No. Psychologists don’t prescribe medication. If you’re considering medication, your report can be shared with your GP, who may refer you to a paediatrician.
The school also mentioned reading or learning. What should we do?
Ask us about the combined child educational and ADHD assessment ($1,795, with a $600 non-refundable deposit). We’ll talk through which assessment fits your child when you call.
Does Medicare cover it?
No. Medicare doesn’t cover ADHD assessments.
Will private health cover it?
Private health may cover it. Check with your health fund to see if yours will cover psychological assessments.
Do you offer therapy?
No. Waterman Psychology Services provides assessments only. Your report can include recommendations for support elsewhere.
Your psychologists
Michael Waterman
Registered Psychologist · MAPS · AHPRA PSY0001318442
Michael owns the practice and completes child and adult educational, ADHD and autism assessments.
Jonathan Dubiel
Registered Psychologist · BPsych (Hons) · AHPRA PSY0002332104
Jonathan completes child and adult educational, ADHD and autism assessments.
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