Psychology Assessments & Support for Schools

Psychologist-led assessments to help schools understand pupils' learning, attention, communication, emotional and developmental needs.

Helping Schools Understand Pupils' Needs

A psychology assessment can help schools understand a pupil’s learning, attention, behaviour, emotional or developmental needs and identify appropriate support.

Our online assessments can help education providers feel more confident in applying for SEN support from the Local Authority, due to our experience and expertise in child development and learning. We gather information through a range of methods to inform interventions and offer a holistic overview of all things affecting children’s development that prove barriers to their success.

Service Level Agreements (SLAs) between YPS and schools/academy trusts enable protected time with our team, and priority with appointments. Often viewed as an extension of your SEN department, we assist you in bringing out the best in your students and enable you to more effectively manage their learning needs.

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We offer online assessments in:

  • Academic needs: General Learning Difficulties, Dyslexia, and Dyscalculia
  • Behavioural difficulties: ADHD, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, and Executive Functioning
  • Mental Health issues: anxiety, depression, anger, and low self-esteem
  • Communication and Interaction needs: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Our psychological assessments and advice relate to the four Special Educational Needs (SEN) categories, as referred to in SEND Code of Practice 0 – 25 years (2015):

  • Communication and Interaction
  • Cognition and Learning
  • Social, Emotional and Mental Health
  • Sensory and/or Physical Needs

Educational Psychologists are highly trained in building rapport with children and older students and most individuals find assessment sessions to be a positive experience. Assessment reports often play a key role in obtaining an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP), which formalises the necessary support to be provided by the Local Authority. In addition, it often helps older students gain exam concessions, such as extra time or rest breaks.

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Paul – Lead Account Manager

Working alongside Dr Yates, Paul ensures that services are well organised, accessible and delivered with care.

Paul oversees client relationships and supports the smooth running and development of YPS, helping individuals, families and organisations feel confident and supported from first contact onwards.

Paul’s focus includes:

  • Building strong, steady client relationships
  • Ensuring services are clear and easy to navigate
  • Supporting the growth and stability of YPS creating welcoming experiences that feel calm and reassuring
  • Web development, and videography
  • He ensures that YPS remains grounded, responsive and is focused on helping people move forward with confidence.

Paul leads on client relationship management, service coordination and organisational development. Paul works closely with schools, families and partner organisations to ensure clarity of communication, timely delivery and high service standards.

He supports referral pathways, contractual arrangements and long-term partnership development, helping ensure services remain consistent, reliable and professionally delivered.

Outside of work, Paul’s main passion is Walking Football. He plays for East Devon, Devonshire County, and South West County. His biggest achievement is having trials with the Over 50s England Walking Football group in 2025. He also enjoys restoring and driving classic cars. 

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Joseph - Assistant Psychologist

BSc Hons in Tourism Management, Tourism, and Business Management, MSc Psychology Conversion, MSc Occupational Psychology

Working under the clinical supervision of Dr Yvonne Yates, Joseph supports the assessment and development of psychological services across the organisation.

Joseph’s work focuses on:

  • Supporting psychological assessment processes
  • Assisting in the preparation of structured reports
  • Contributing to the development of wellbeing and learning resources, and delivering training
  • Supporting data organisation and research-informed practice
  • Assisting with service delivery coordination

He has a strong interest in evidence-based psychology and values clarity, structure and ethical practice.

Outside of work, Joseph enjoys spending time with his springer spaniel, Willow, and going for long walks with her and the family. When he can, he hits the ski slopes on his snowboard, and he also likes ice-skating. 

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Dr Yates - CEO, Lead Psychologist

HCPC-Registered Educational Psychologist | Founder, YPS Psychology Ltd

Dr Yates has specialist expertise in ADHD, depression, anxiety, learning differences (SpLD), and emotional wellbeing with children, young people, and adults.

She holds a Doctorate in Psychology (University of Manchester) and has extensive experience delivering:

• Educational psychology assessments, including ADHD and SpLD
• Mental health assessment and therapy
• Social skills and emotional regulation support

Dr Yates has worked in public organisations, including, schools, the NHS, and local authorities, and in private practice, for universities, colleges, and therapy healthcare bodies, such as, AXA PPP and Bupa. 

She is the author of Human Givens Therapy with Adolescents (Jessica Kingsley Publishers) and has published peer-reviewed research on adolescent wellbeing.

Her approach combines evidence-based psychology with practical, real-life strategies that help individuals feel calmer, more confident, and better equipped to succeed at school, university, and work.

Outside of work, Dr Yates is an avid crocheter and is also quite partial to silent discos. She looks forward to spending evenings by the fire, and watching movies with the family whilst creating her latest crochet piece.