Assessments at Éiri OT (Home Visits)
At Éiri OT, we believe every child’s journey is unique. Our home-based assessments give a clear picture of your child’s strengths, challenges, and needs so we can plan support that fits naturally into daily life.
All assessments are carried out in your home. We use a combination of parent interviews, clinical observations, and (when helpful) standardised assessments to understand how your child is doing at home, in school, and in everyday routines.
How our home assessments work
In your child’s familiar space: Children are often more relaxed at home, so we see a truer picture of their skills.
Family-centred: We listen to your priorities and build strategies that fit your routines.
Practical and meaningful: Recommendations are easy to use between sessions, so progress continues day to day.
School collaboration (no school visits for now): We can liaise with teachers by phone/email and provide classroom strategies. If a school observation becomes essential, we’ll discuss options and timing.
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A full assessment is recommended if there are concerns in more than one area (for example: handwriting, coordination, and sensory processing).
What it includes:
Parent consultation and developmental history
Clinical observations of play, motor, and functional skills
Standardised assessments such as:
Beery VMI – visual–motor integration
Movement ABC-2 – fine and gross motor coordination
Handwriting assessment (e.g. DASH)
Sensory Profile 2 or Sensory Processing Measure (SPM)
Functional skills assessment (e.g. dressing, feeding, toileting, daily routines)
Feedback session with parents
Written report with recommendations
Ideal for families, schools, or professionals seeking a full overview of a child’s strengths and needs.
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Sometimes a child only needs a focused assessment in one area. We offer individual assessments such as:
Fine & Gross Motor Skills (Movement ABC-2, clinical observation)
Visual-Motor & Visual-Perceptual Skills (Beery VMI, TVPS)
Handwriting (Detailed Assessment of Speed of Handwriting – DASH, letter formation, endurance)
Sensory Processing (Sensory Profile 2, Sensory Processing Measure – SPM)
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) – feeding, dressing, toileting, daily routines
School-Based Functioning (remote liaison): teacher consultation, checklists, and practical classroom strategies (currently provided via communication with school rather than in-person observation).
Perfect if your child needs support in a specific area, or if a school/GP has requested assessment of one skill set.
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Depending on the child’s needs, we may also offer:
Executive functioning / attention assessments (checklists, BRIEF-2)
Play skills assessment (younger children)
Pre-writing and school readiness screening (preschool/early years)
Adolescent/teen functional assessments (organisation, independence, life skills)
You’ll receive clear feedback on the day (whenever possible) and practical recommendations.
A written report for parents (and, if you wish, for school or other professionals).
If ongoing therapy is recommended, we’ll create a personalised home-based therapy plan together.
What happens after an assessment?
With a clear understanding from assessment, we can help your child rise to their potential — step by step.