Occupational Therapy in Truro, Cornwall.
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.
This post explains how the Movement ABC-2 assessment works in real school and clinic settings, what it measures, and how long it takes. It shows how scores translate into tailored support for PE, handwriting and exams, when to combine MABC-2 with Beery VMI or DASH, and how findings feed into SEN reviews and practical support plans.
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.
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.
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
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!
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
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.
If autumn term reviews are around the corner and you are wondering how to capture a child’s motor strengths and needs clearly, the Movement ABC-2 is a good place to start. Parents, SENCOs, and teachers often hear the name, then … Continued
If you are wondering whether your child needs extra help with everyday tasks, you are not alone. Many families and schools in Cornwall and Devon look to paediatric occupational therapy when handwriting is a daily battle, dressing takes far too … Continued