The Neurodiversity (ND) Profiling Tool

For families and/or professionals concerned about a child’s potential neurodivergence.

Covers nine domains: speech/language, flexibility, sensory processing, cognition, motor skills, emotional regulation, empathy/systemizing, energy, and attention/impulse control
Completed by a lead professional and the wider team around the child.
Results are used to collaboratively plan support and recommend specific strategies including any targeted support your child or young person may need access to as well as yourselves as a family.

For families and/or professionals concerned about a child’s potential neurodivergence.

Covers nine domains: speech/language, flexibility, sensory processing, cognition, motor skills, emotional regulation, empathy/systemizing, energy, and attention/impulse control
Completed by a lead professional and the wider team around the child.
Results are used to collaboratively plan support and recommend specific strategies including any targeted support your child or young person may need access to as well as yourselves as a family.

In Hampshire, due to the size of our county and the range of needs of those families where neurodivergence is either known or suspected this will look like a combined approach from Education, Health, Care and families to

In Portsmouth this looks like : The Neurodiversity (ND) Profiling Tool < Portsmouth Local Offer
In Southampton this looks like : Neurodiversity Multidisciplinary Team language guide
On the IOW this looks like : Neurodivergent Multidisciplinary Team - Isle of Wight

In Hampshire, due to the size of our county and the range of needs of those families where neurodivergence is either known or suspected this will look like a combined approach from Education, Health, Care and families to

In Portsmouth this looks like : The Neurodiversity (ND) Profiling Tool < Portsmouth Local Offer
In Southampton this looks like : Neurodiversity Multidisciplinary Team language guide
On the IOW this looks like : Neurodivergent Multidisciplinary Team - Isle of Wight

We want to work together so that neurodivergent children and young people feel understood, included, and supported at home, at school, and in the community.

We bring together schools, health teams, social care, and other services so everyone understands how the local system works and how to get the right help when it’s needed.

We want to work together so that neurodivergent children and young people feel understood, included, and supported at home, at school, and in the community.

We bring together schools, health teams, social care, and other services so everyone understands how the local system works and how to get the right help when it’s needed.

We help teachers, professionals, children, young people, and families use the “profiling tool”.
This tool helps everyone understand a child’s strengths and needs.
We give training and support to make this process easier and more helpful.

We help teachers, professionals, children, young people, and families use the “profiling tool”.
This tool helps everyone understand a child’s strengths and needs.
We give training and support to make this process easier and more helpful.

We use the information from the profiling tool and the MDT (multi‑disciplinary team) to improve everyday life — at home, in school, and in the community — so children and young people feel happier and more supported.

We use the information from the profiling tool and the MDT (multi‑disciplinary team) to improve everyday life — at home, in school, and in the community — so children and young people feel happier and more supported.

We work with schools to become more inclusive and better at supporting neurodivergent pupils.
This helps increase attendance, reduce exclusions, and make school a more welcoming place for everyone.

We work with schools to become more inclusive and better at supporting neurodivergent pupils.
This helps increase attendance, reduce exclusions, and make school a more welcoming place for everyone.

We help schools and professionals learn more about neurodivergence.
We encourage the use of the same clear and respectful language, so everyone understands what a child needs.

We help schools and professionals learn more about neurodivergence.
We encourage the use of the same clear and respectful language, so everyone understands what a child needs.

We share good ideas and look for areas where support can improve.
We want children and young people to get help based on their needs — not only after a formal diagnosis.

We share good ideas and look for areas where support can improve.
We want children and young people to get help based on their needs — not only after a formal diagnosis.

We work closely with the Parent Carer Forum so families can help shape and improve the local MDT offer.
Your voice matters.

We work closely with the Parent Carer Forum so families can help shape and improve the local MDT offer.
Your voice matters.

Getting assessed for ADHD or autism

Autism and ADHD can be diagnosed by Hampshire CAMHS. Parents can self refer or be referred by a school or their GP.

You have the right to choose who carries out the assessment on your child so do not have to go through Hampshire CAMHS.

Understanding The Right to Choose

ADHD UK have a very helpful list of providers who have signed up to be part of The Right to Choose. Many of these providers assess for both ADHD and autism.

ADHD UK - Right to Choose

Being assessed for Sensory Processing Disorder

SPD is not currently recognised as a formal, standalone diagnosis by the NHS. It is often part of another condition, for example autism. As part of an assessment for autism, a sensory profile will be created. While not a formal diagnosis, this can support individuals with sensory processing difficulties to get help.

If your child has a physical need and is referred to the Children's Therapy Services for support with this, their Occupational Therapists can also create sensory profiles and help people understand your child's sensory needs.

If you choose to get a private assessment for a diagnosis of SPD, you should find an Occupational Therapist with training in carrying out sensory assessments.

Search for an Occupational Therapist

Being assessed for a specific learning difficulty

Specific learning difficulties are usually not diagnosed by the NHS. Some schools use screening tests to indicate how likely it is that a child has a specific learning difficulty. If the screening test indicates that the child is likely to have one, the school can put in strategies to support them without a diagnosis.

If you choose to pay privately for an assessment, the British Dyslexia Association can help you understand how to do this.

Getting assessed for Tourette's Syndrome

Tourette’s Syndrome is diagnosed when a person has multiple tics which have lasted for longer than a year, and which impact on their wellbeing or functioning.

Neurologists, psychiatrists and paediatricians can all diagnose Tourette's Syndrome. If you think your child might be experiencing tics don't panic! Sometimes they will pass and can be a sign your child is anxious. When what is causing the anxiety is over, the tics may go as well.

Keep a diary of the tics if you are concerned and bring them to your child's school's attention so they know to keep a record of any tics they see in school.

If the tics do not go away, take your child to their GP. Don't forget to bring your diary to show them. Your GP can then decide on the best clinician to refer them to for an assessment.

Tourette's Action - Getting diagnosed with Tourette's Syndrome