Torbay Educational Psychology Service Torbay Council Oldway Mansion Torquay Road Paignton TQ3 2TE | |
| educational.psyc hology@torbay.go v.uk | |
| 01803 208261 | |
| 01803 208452 | |
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Eudcational Psychology - FAQs
- Can I contact the service directly?
- What kind of help will be given?
- Will I be able to see what is written about my child?
- How much does it cost?
- What if I do not want the help of an Educational Psychologist?
Can I contact the service directly?
Yes, our contact details shown on this page. However, the staff at your child’s school or nursery or you GP are the best people to contact initially if you are concerned that your child may have special educational needs.
What kind of help will be given?
In consultation with parents and other adults who may be involved (for example teachers or health visitors) the Educational Psychologist will jointly decide on an appropriate course of action. This will usually involve school and parents implementing some sort of intervention programme or involve the Educational Psychologist carrying out some assessment work, for instance to look at the child’s learning.
Some times it may be appropriate to make a referral to another agency which the school or the Educational Psychologist will arrange, with consent from the parent/guardian of the child.
Will I be able to see what is written about my child?
Yes. Everything the Educational Psychologist records concerning your child is available for you to see. You will receive a copy of all consultation records and any reports written by the Educational Psychology Service concerning your child.
How much does it cost?
The service is free at the point of delivery, with the exception of training courses for which an additional cost may be incurred.
What if I do not want the help of an Educational Psychologist?
If someone has referred your child they should have had your agreement beforehand. You should have received a consultation request form which requires a signature from a parent/guardian prior to any involvement from the Educational Psychology Service. If you do not want our involvement then simply return the form to us and state clearly that this is the case. If you did agree but later change your mind then the involvement of the service will stop at your request.