IQ / Cognitive Assessment
IQ or cognitive assessments are designed to measure a variety of mental functions, such as reasoning, comprehension and judgment. The goal of IQ or cognitive assessment is to obtain an idea of a person's intellectual potential, providing an outline of his or her cognitive strengths and weaknesses.
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How Will My Child Benefit from an IQ Assessment?
All children require comprehensive evaluation and appropriate support in order to develop all of their capabilities. With a good understanding of the child's IQ or cognitive profile, teachers and parents are then able to make informed decisions to invest in learning programmes, courses or make an informed decision on the most appropriate choice of schools, for example, after the PSLE, that best matches the child's current level of development and expectations. This is the purpose of IQ or cognitive assessment rather than simply to obtain an IQ or numerical score.
IQ / Cognitive Assessment
Parents could opt for one of the following internationally-recognised IQ Tests:
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Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence (WPPSI-IV)
The Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence, Fourth Edition (WPPSI-IV) is an individually administered cognitive assessment designed to measure the intellectual abilities of young children between 2 years 6 months and 7 years 7 months.
The WPPSI-IV assesses a range of cognitive abilities, including:
- Verbal Comprehension
- Visual Spatial
- Fluid Reasoning
- Working Memory
- Processing Speed
The assessment provides an overall Full Scale IQ (FSIQ), together with index scores that provide a more detailed understanding of the child's cognitive strengths and areas of relative difficulty.
Age Group: 2 years 6 months to 7 years 7 months
Assessment Duration: Approximately 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on the child's age, pace, attention, and cooperation.The WPPSI-IV is conducted in an individual and interactive setting by a qualified Educational Psychologist. The psychologist also observes the child's approach to tasks, attention, communication, problem-solving strategies, and behaviour during the assessment. These observations, together with the test results and relevant developmental or educational information, contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the child's cognitive profile.
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Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children – Fifth Edition (WISC-V)
The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children – Fifth Edition (WISC-V) is an individually administered cognitive assessment designed to measure the intellectual abilities of children and adolescents aged 6 years 0 months to 16 years 11 months.
The WISC-V assesses a range of cognitive abilities across five primary domains:
- Verbal Comprehension
- Visual Spatial
- Fluid Reasoning
- Working Memory
- Processing Speed
The assessment provides an overall Full Scale IQ (FSIQ), as well as index scores that offer a more detailed understanding of the child's cognitive strengths and areas of relative difficulty.
Age Group: 6 years 0 months to 16 years 11 months
Assessment Duration: Approximately 45 to 75 minutes, depending on the child's age, attention, pace, and engagement during the assessment.The WISC-V is conducted in an individual and interactive setting by a qualified Educational Psychologist. In addition to the standardised scores, the psychologist observes the child's approach to tasks, attention, persistence, communication, problem-solving strategies, and response to challenges. These observations, together with the assessment results and relevant developmental and educational information, provide a more comprehensive understanding of the child's cognitive profile.
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Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales, Fifth Edition (SB5)
The Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales, Fifth Edition (SB5) is a comprehensive, individually administered assessment of cognitive abilities. It is designed to assess individuals from 2 years of age through adulthood.
The SB5 evaluates five cognitive factors across both verbal and nonverbal domains:
- Fluid Reasoning
- Knowledge
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Visual-Spatial Processing
- Working Memory
The assessment provides an overall Full Scale IQ (FSIQ)), as well as Verbal IQ and Nonverbal IQ scores. It also provides information about the child's performance across the five cognitive factors, allowing the Educational Psychologist to identify areas of relative strength and areas that may require further support.
Age Group: 2 years onwards
Assessment Duration: Approximately 45 to 75 minutes, depending on the individual's age, attention, pace, and response to the assessment.The SB5 is particularly useful when a detailed understanding of an individual's cognitive profile is required. Results are interpreted together with behavioural observations, developmental history, educational information, and other relevant assessment findings.
The assessment is individually administered by a qualified Educational Psychologist and is conducted in an interactive manner appropriate to the individual's age and developmental level. For younger children or individuals who may have difficulty expressing themselves verbally, the inclusion of nonverbal tasks allows the psychologist to obtain a broader picture of their cognitive abilities.
IQ / Cognitive Assessment is carried out by experienced Registered Psychologists according to International Standards for children from 2 years of age and up, inclusive of an internationally-recognised psychological report that is accepted by international and Singapore schools and medical/healthcare professionals. The comprehensive report will include personalised recommendations for your child to realise his/her potential for school and life success.
Assessment Fee: From SGD900 onwards