Educational Assessment for ADHD | Cadabam’s Child Development Center

Is your bright, energetic child struggling to keep up in class? An educational assessment for ADHD can clarify what’s happening and point you toward practical next steps. At Cadabams CDC, our psychologists use standardized tools and classroom-informed methods to measure attention, hyperactivity, and executive skills—without making a medical diagnosis. Think of it as a detailed learning map that parents, teachers, and schools can trust.

Educational Assessment for ADHD | Cadabam’s Child Development Center

1. What Is an Educational ADHD Assessment?

Definition and Purpose

An educational ADHD assessment is a structured evaluation that measures attention span, impulse control, and activity level in school-like settings. The goal is to identify whether ADHD-related behaviors are interfering with learning and to recommend classroom strategies or accommodations.

Difference from Medical ADHD Diagnosis

  • A medical diagnosis is made by a psychiatrist or pediatrician and focuses on clinical criteria.
  • Educational assessment is performed by psychologists or special educators and focuses on how ADHD traits affect academic progress.
  • Insurance and schools often require both to unlock services.

Role of Standardized Tools

We rely on norm-referenced rating scales and digital tests that compare your child to thousands of peers. This keeps results objective and actionable.

2. Who Should Get Screened for ADHD?

Signs It’s Time for an ADHD Evaluation

  • Frequent daydreaming or losing materials
  • Constant fidgeting, calling out, or “motor mouth”
  • Homework taking twice as long as classmates
  • Report-card comments like “needs to focus” or “doesn’t listen”

Age Groups

  • Preschoolers (3–5): Early clues often show as extreme restlessness or impulsive aggression.
  • School-age (6–12): Academic gaps widen when sustained attention is required.
  • Teens (13–17): Challenges shift to organization, long-term projects, and emotional regulation.
  • Adults: We also screen parents who suspect undiagnosed ADHD is affecting work or home life.

Co-Occurring Conditions to Consider

3. Types of ADHD Assessment Tools We Use

Conners CBRS & Conners 3

Gold-standard questionnaires completed by parents, teachers, and sometimes the child. They capture inattention, hyperactivity, and executive-function struggles.

Behavior Assessment System for Children (BASC-3)

Measures social skills, emotional symptoms, and adaptive behaviors, painting a full picture.

Digital ADHD Screening Platforms

Tablet-based continuous performance tests (CPT) track attention lapses in real time.

Teacher and Parent Rating Scales

Quick but powerful snapshots of behavior across settings, highlighting triggers and strengths.

4. Step-by-Step ADHD Evaluation Process

Initial Intake and Questionnaires

  • 30-minute parent call to review concerns
  • Secure online forms sent to teachers and parents

In-Person Observation Session

Cognitive Testing (Optional)

If learning delays or giftedness are suspected, we add memory, processing-speed, and IQ measures.

Feedback Meeting & Written Report

Within 7 days, we sit down to explain scores, strategies, and next steps. Parents leave with a concise, jargon-free report ready for schools.

5. How to Prepare Your Child for ADHD Screening

What to Bring

Explaining the Day to Your Child

“We’re going to play some fun games and puzzles that help us understand how you learn best.” Avoid the word “test” to reduce anxiety.

Sleep and Breakfast Tips

  • Ensure 9–10 hours of sleep the night before
  • Offer a protein-rich breakfast—no sugary cereal right before the session

6. Understanding the ADHD Assessment Results

Interpreting Scores and Percentiles

  • T-scores above 65 often indicate clinically significant symptoms.
  • Percentiles show how your child compares with peers: 95th percentile means higher hyperactivity than 95% of children the same age.

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