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Make an Autism Assessment Referral
Professionals: Supporting Families with Autism Assessments
As a healthcare, social care, or education professional, your role is crucial in guiding families toward the support they need. At Caudwell Children, we offer comprehensive Autism Assessments that are fully aligned with national guidance and the standards set by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). Conducted in our sensory-friendly centre by an expert multi-disciplinary team, these assessments are fully accepted by schools and the NHS. Our streamlined referral process ensures families receive timely and effective support.
What We Offer
- Expert Clinical Team: Our team provides multi-disciplinary evaluations by Psychologists, SALTs, Nurses, Paediatricians and other specialists.
- NICE-Aligned Assessments: Accepted by schools and the NHS, following NICE guidelines.
- Sensory-Friendly Environment: Purpose-built spaces designed to put children at ease.
- Post-Diagnostic Support: 12 months of assistance for families, regardless of the outcome.
- Neuro-affirming Assessments: Empowering children and families by recognising strengths alongside challenges.
- Pay in Instalments: Charity-funded from £500 or self-funded, both can be paid in instalments prior to the assessment day.
How to Make a Referral
- Step 1: Ensure the child meets our eligibility criteria: they must be aged 4-11, without an existing autism diagnosis, and have a GP or professional referral supporting their application.
- Step 2: Visit our Referral Information Required page to ensure you have all the details to complete the referral form, including notes on the child’s behaviour, development, and supporting evidence.
- Step 3: Complete the online referral form below.
If you need help making an Autism Assessment referral contact our Family Support team, call 0345 300 1348 or email family.support@caudwellchildren.com, use our Live Chat, or refer to our FAQs below.
Care Quality Commission (CQC)
We are proud to be registered and regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), as well as deliver evidence-based practice in accordance with NICE guidelines (compliant with national guidance, assessments are aligned with the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)), and robust clinical governance.
Autism Assessment FAQs
Our Autism Assessment Service provides comprehensive and multidisciplinary assessments in accordance with NICE guidelines. Our multi-disciplinary team includes Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Specialist Nurses, Assistant Psychologists and a Paediatrician. Caudwell Children’s assessments are accepted by schools and the NHS, offering clarity and support for children and their families.
Referrals can be made by health education, or social care professionals that know the child well and agree to the need for autism assessment. Parents/carers are also encouraged to approach professionals with their observations and any concerns to facilitate referrals. Professionals must not be a direct relation of the child they are referring.
Referrals can be made via our secure online referral form. You’ll need to include the child’s information, your observations, and any supporting documentation. For more details, please refer to our referral application requirements
The child must be aged 4-11 years, with a professional referral supporting their application. The child must not have attended an autism assessment previously (unless their previous assessment report clearly indicates the need for further re-assessment or review).
Following a referral:
- The referral will be reviewed to ensure it meets the Autism Assessment criteria.
- If the family is eligible for charity funding or self-funding, they will be required to make a payment before the assessment can be booked.
- Our Applications Team will send paperwork packs to the family and the child’s school. If the family requires support, they can contact our Applications Team.
- The family will complete a Risk Support Plan to outline the support needed during the assessment process.
- The family will be contacted to schedule the child’s two-day Autism Assessment.
Our assessments are available as self-funded at £2,500 or 80% charity-funded options starting from £500. Payments can be made instalments before booking the assessment day.
Caudwell Children do not offer second opinions on assessments; this would need to be sought from another provider. However, in cases where a previous assessment identified the need for further assessment or review, or identified an inconclusive outcome, Caudwell Children can offer reassessment in these cases. In addition, if a child’s previous assessment was completed prior to the age of 6 years and there is considerable time and changes since the previous assessment, this would also be considered for reassessment.
Yes, our assessments are fully compliant with NICE guidelines and therefore recognised by schools and the NHS.
If you need help making an Autism Assessment referral contact our Family Support team, call 0345 300 1348 or email family.support@caudwellchildren.com
Post-diagnostic Support
Family Support
Workshops
Autism Sensory Packs
Need support with your application?
If you need support with your application or have any questions, please contact our Family Support team, call 0345 300 1348 or email family.support@caudwellchildren.com Alternatively, please see our FAQs.
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