EHCP OT assessments: evidence, timelines, and practical support for September transitions
13 Jul 2026

EHCP OT assessments: evidence, timelines, and practical support for September transitions

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This guide explains how EHCP-focused occupational therapy assessments work and how tools like MABC-2, DASH, Beery VMI and EASI-informed profiles translate into meaningful outcomes and provisions. It outlines the five stages of the EHCP process, key evidence that strengthens a case, typical assessment timelines across Cornwall and Devon, and practical OT strategies to support ADHD, DCD and sensory needs for a calmer September transition.

DASH handwriting assessment: evidence for access arrangements and faster, easier writing
9 Jun 2026

DASH handwriting assessment: evidence for access arrangements and faster, easier writing

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This post explains how the Detailed Assessment of Speed of Handwriting (DASH) is used to measure handwriting speed, stamina and legibility, and how results support exam access arrangements. Learn who DASH is for, how scores are interpreted alongside clinical observation, and how Waves OT in Cornwall and Devon turns findings into practical strategies for school, home and timed exams.

EASI sensory assessment: a parent’s guide to process, timings, and practical outcomes
12 Apr 2026

EASI sensory assessment: a parent’s guide to process, timings, and practical outcomes

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This guide explains how an EASI-informed sensory assessment helps you understand your child’s responses to sound, touch, movement and other sensory input. It outlines who the assessment is for, what sessions look like, typical timings, and how findings translate into practical strategies, school targets, EHCP evidence, and exam preparation, with a focus on post-Easter transitions in the spring term.

Paediatric OT Assessment in Cornwall and Devon: Booking and What to Expect
10 Mar 2026

Paediatric OT Assessment in Cornwall and Devon: Booking and What to Expect

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This guide explains how private paediatric occupational therapy assessments work across Cornwall and Devon. It covers how to book, referral routes for families and schools, what happens during a full OT assessment, typical timings, and how findings translate into practical support at home and in the classroom, including strategies, targets and costs.

EHCP Occupational Therapy Assessments: Evidence Schools And Families Can Use
10 Feb 2026

EHCP Occupational Therapy Assessments: Evidence Schools And Families Can Use

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Applying for an Education, Health and Care Plan can feel daunting, especially when you are trying to gather the right evidence at the right time. Parents, SENCOs and case managers often ask where Occupational Therapy fits, which assessments carry weight, … Continued

Beery VMI Demystified: Visual‑Motor Integration And Why It Matters For Learning
9 Jan 2026

Beery VMI Demystified: Visual‑Motor Integration And Why It Matters For Learning

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If you’re considering support for your child this spring, the Beery-Buktenica Developmental Test of Visual-Motor Integration (Beery VMI) could be a game changer. This assessment reveals how well your child coordinates their vision with hand movements, which is crucial for tasks like handwriting, cutting, and dressing. With a quick 10 to 15-minute evaluation, qualified clinicians at Waves OT combine VMI results with practical observations to create tailored, child-friendly programs. Discover how understanding visual-motor integration can enhance your child’s learning experience and classroom participation. Ready to learn more? Dive into our guide!

EASI Sensory Assessment: Making Sense Of Sensory Processing Before The New Term
9 Dec 2025

EASI Sensory Assessment: Making Sense Of Sensory Processing Before The New Term

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If Christmas lights, school performances and busy family gatherings have left your child exhausted, you are not alone. Many children find the extra noise, change and excitement difficult to process. An EASI sensory assessment can help you understand what is … Continued

Handwriting Assessment With DASH: From Slow, Messy Writing To Confident Classwork
11 Nov 2025

Handwriting Assessment With DASH: From Slow, Messy Writing To Confident Classwork

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The DASH handwriting assessment measures how quickly a child can write under various conditions, helping identify issues like dysgraphia.

Qualified professionals administer DASH to assess writing speed, posture, grip, and fine motor skills, guiding intervention plans.

DASH results provide essential evidence for schools to arrange additional support and accommodations during tests.

Families can implement practical strategies at home while awaiting assessments, such as improving workspace setup and using ergonomic tools.

Waves OT combines DASH results with broader assessments to create tailored support plans that address children’s specific needs.

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