Question 1

Does my child need a brand-new assessment, or can an existing diagnosis be used?

Accepted Answer

If your child already has a documented ADHD diagnosis, we may be able to provide an updated report through a medication review-style consultation rather than a full new assessment — this depends on how recent and complete the existing documentation is, and whether it already addresses educational impact in enough detail. Mention your situation in your enquiry and we'll advise on which route applies.

Question 2

Do you submit the RACE or DARE application for us?

Accepted Answer

No — the school applies for RACE accommodations on the student's behalf, and DARE applications are submitted by the student or family directly through the CAO. We provide the clinical report; you or the school use it as part of the actual application process.

Question 3

How long does the report take once the assessment is complete?

Accepted Answer

This varies by case, but we aim to provide reports promptly given the deadline-driven nature of these applications — mention your specific deadline when you enquire so we can advise realistically on timing.

Question 4

Is this assessment any different from a standard ADHD assessment?

Accepted Answer

The clinical assessment itself follows the same rigorous standard as any other. What's specific here is that the written report is structured to directly address the documentation requirements these schemes expect, particularly around demonstrating educational impact clearly.

Question 5

What if my child's school hasn't told us exactly what documentation they need?

Accepted Answer

This is common — schools don't always communicate RACE requirements clearly or early. If you're unsure exactly what's needed, mention this in your enquiry; we can advise generally on what a typical RACE-supporting report includes, though the school itself remains the authority on its own internal process.