
Child Autism assessment at CADS Autism
At CADS Autism, we provide comprehensive, child-centred autism assessments designed to identify each child’s unique strengths, differences, and support needs.
A comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment
Our autism assessments bring together a detailed developmental assessment, direct observation using the ADOS-2, information from your child's school or setting where appropriate, and multidisciplinary clinical review. This helps us build a detailed understanding of your child's individual profile rather than considering one assessment result in isolation.
Your child's assessment includes
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Detailed developmental history using the ADI-R/ACIA
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ADOS-2 assessment
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School or nursery information
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Review by the multidisciplinary team
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Diagnostic formulation using DSM-5 criteria
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Individual feedback appointment
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Comprehensive written report
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Individualised recommendations
Autism assessment: £2,000
Includes the full assessment pathway, feedback and written report.
Payment can be spread across four instalments.

Autism assessment for younger children
CADS offers autism assessments from around 3 years of age, including for children whose spoken language is still emerging. Assessment is adapted to the child's developmental and communication level and includes a face-to-face, play-based observational assessment.
