Child Developmental Assessment Clinic
Child Developmental Assessment Clinic
Child Development Assessments in London
Specialist Private Assessments for Babies, Children & Teenagers
At London Paediatric Clinic, we provide comprehensive private assessments for babies, children, and adolescents with concerns relating to speech and language, behaviour, learning, attention, social interaction, emotional wellbeing, movement, and overall progress through key stages of childhood. Our consultant-led approach helps families gain a clearer understanding of their child’s strengths, challenges, and individual needs, while identifying whether additional support, monitoring, or specialist input may be beneficial.
Every child develops differently, and variations in behaviour, communication, learning, and social interaction are often a normal part of childhood. However, some children may experience difficulties with concentration, coordination, emotional regulation, speech, school progress, or developmental milestones that may benefit from further assessment and guidance.
We take a thorough and personalised approach to every consultation, allowing time to fully explore parental concerns, developmental history, behavioural patterns, school or nursery feedback, and day-to-day challenges. Our aim is not only to identify potential concerns where present, but also to provide clear guidance, reassurance, and practical next steps tailored to the individual needs of both the child and family.
Conveniently located in Central London, London Paediatric Clinic offers rapid access to experienced private paediatric assessments in a calm, supportive, and child-friendly environment.
Dr Badr Chaban
MD MRCPCH MSc
Comprehensive Child Development Assessments
Our child development assessments take a detailed and personalised approach to understanding your child’s overall progress, behaviour, communication, learning, and day-to-day functioning. During appointments, we take time to explore parental concerns in depth, alongside developmental history, school or nursery feedback, behaviour patterns, social interaction, emotional wellbeing, and communication skills.
Children may be assessed for a wide range of concerns, including delayed speech or language development, behavioural difficulties, attention and concentration challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, social interaction concerns, learning difficulties, motor skill or coordination delays, sensory concerns, sleep-related issues, and developmental progress following premature birth. Many families also seek assessment simply for reassurance regarding milestones, school readiness, or whether their child’s development is progressing appropriately for their age.
Our approach focuses on building a clear overall picture of your child’s strengths, challenges, and individual needs, while ensuring parents feel fully informed, supported, and reassured throughout the assessment process. Where appropriate, we can also advise regarding further monitoring, therapy input, educational support, or onward specialist referral if additional support may be beneficial.
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Why Choose Us for Child Development Assessments?
Experienced Consultant-Led Assessments
Our clinic provides expert consultant-led assessments for babies, children, and teenagers with concerns relating to communication, behaviour, learning, emotional wellbeing, and developmental progress.
Thorough & Personalised Evaluations
We take time to build a detailed understanding of your child’s strengths, challenges, behaviour, communication, school progress, and day-to-day functioning through comprehensive and individualised assessments.
Supportive & Child-Friendly Environment
Appointments take place in a calm, welcoming, and reassuring setting designed to help both children and parents feel comfortable throughout the assessment process.
Clear Guidance for Parents
We focus on providing clear explanations, practical advice, and honest guidance, helping families better understand their child’s needs and any recommended next steps.
Early Identification & Ongoing Support
Early assessment can help identify children who may benefit from additional support, monitoring, therapy input, educational guidance, or further specialist assessment at the earliest possible stage.
Convenient Central London Location
London Paediatric Clinic offers rapid access to private developmental assessments in a convenient Central London location for families seeking experienced paediatric support.
Fees and Pricing
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Initial Consultation
£300
Clear, transparent pricing is an important part of planning your care. The following guide outlines consultation fees and typical costs for paediatric consultation.
Follow-Up Consultation
£300
Follow-up appointments are available before or after treatment to review progress, discuss results, and provide ongoing guidance.
Private Medical Insurance
At London Paediatric Clinic, we aim to make accessing specialist paediatric care as straightforward as possible. We accept most major private medical insurers and can provide guidance regarding authorisation requirements, coverage, and the options available to you, helping make the process clear and stress-free so you can focus on your child's health and wellbeing.
Early Identification & Ongoing Support
Early assessment can play an important role in identifying children who may benefit from additional monitoring, educational support, therapy input, or further specialist evaluation. In many cases, an assessment simply provides reassurance that a child’s progress falls within the normal range for their age. In other situations, it can help identify areas where early support and intervention may positively influence a child’s confidence, learning, communication, behaviour, or overall development.
At London Paediatric Clinic, we work closely with families to ensure concerns are explored carefully, sensitively, and thoroughly. We recognise that every child develops differently and has their own individual strengths, challenges, personality, and pace of development. Our approach focuses not only on identifying potential difficulties where present, but also on helping parents better understand their child’s needs and the most appropriate next steps moving forward.
Where appropriate, we may also advise regarding onward support such as speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, behavioural support, educational guidance, or further paediatric and specialist assessment, ensuring families have access to the most suitable care and support for their child.
Assessments for Developmental & Behavioural Concerns
Families may seek an assessment for a variety of reasons. Some children experience challenges relating to communication, concentration, emotional regulation, behaviour, social interaction, coordination, or learning, while others may appear to be progressing differently from their peers at home, nursery, or school.
At London Paediatric Clinic, we provide assessments for speech and language delays, attention and behavioural difficulties, social and emotional challenges, sensory sensitivities, movement and coordination issues, sleep and routine difficulties, learning concerns, and questions surrounding developmental milestones or school readiness.
We understand that uncertainty regarding a child’s progress can feel worrying for parents. Our approach focuses on providing thorough assessment, clear guidance, and practical reassurance within a calm and supportive environment, helping families better understand their child’s strengths, needs, and any appropriate next steps.
Private Developmental Assessments in London
If you have concerns about your child’s behaviour, communication, learning, attention, social interaction, or overall progress, London Paediatric Clinic provides expert private developmental assessments for children of all ages, helping families gain clarity, reassurance, and the right support moving forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a developmental assessment?
A developmental assessment is a detailed evaluation of your child’s communication, behaviour, learning, emotional wellbeing, social interaction, movement, and overall progress. The aim is to better understand your child’s strengths and challenges while identifying whether any additional support or monitoring may be helpful.
When should I consider a developmental assessment for my child?
Parents often seek an assessment if they have concerns regarding speech delay, behaviour, concentration, social interaction, emotional regulation, coordination, learning difficulties, or developmental milestones. Concerns may arise at home, nursery, or school.
Are developmental delays always a sign of a serious problem?
No. Many children develop at different rates, and some variations are completely normal. However, an assessment can help provide reassurance while identifying children who may benefit from additional support or early intervention.
Can developmental assessments help with school or nursery concerns?
Yes. Assessments can help explore difficulties relating to learning, attention, communication, behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and social interaction that may be affecting a child’s experience at nursery or school.
Do you assess speech and language concerns?
Yes. We regularly assess children with delayed speech, language difficulties, communication challenges, and social communication concerns, while advising when speech and language therapy or further support may be beneficial.
What happens after the assessment?
Following the assessment, we provide clear feedback, practical guidance, and recommendations tailored to your child’s individual needs. This may include reassurance, ongoing monitoring, therapy referrals, educational guidance, or further specialist assessment where appropriate.
Do you assess behavioural and attention concerns?
Yes. We assess children with behavioural difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, attention and concentration difficulties, sensory sensitivities, sleep concerns, and social or behavioural challenges.
How quickly can my child be seen?
We aim to provide prompt private developmental assessment appointments, helping families access experienced paediatric support and reassurance without unnecessary delays.
Need to Speak to a Paediatrician Today?
Whether you have concerns about your child’s health, development, behaviour, sleep, nutrition, or wellbeing, our experienced paediatric team is here to help. Same-day appointments are available where possible, helping families access expert care when they need it most.
Our Location
Address: 90 Sloane Street, Chelsea SW1X 9PQ
Conveniently located at 90 Sloane Street in the heart of Central London, London Paediatric Clinic offers easy access to expert private paediatric care for babies, children, and teenagers.