SP Psychology (Dr Sue Peters)
Dr Sue Peters is a Chartered Educational Psychologist supporting children, young people, schools and families across Kent, Sussex, Hampshire and South London. Provides a range of Educational Psychology services for children, schools and families including assessments, home-school consultations, training and support for school staff.
Location: South East England
Areas covered: Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, South London
About Educational Psychology Services
Educational Psychologists (EPs) use their knowledge of child development and psychological frameworks to improve the learning and wellbeing of all children. They can support with learning needs, executive functioning, communication and interaction, social and emotional needs, and physical and sensory difficulties.
They support children and young people (CYP) aged 0-25 and work with CYP, their families and education settings. They can work in numerous ways and in different contexts: at an individual child level, with groups of children, supporting families and education staff, providing training and providing support for whole school development.
Areas Served
- Kent
- Sussex
- Hampshire
- South London
Specialisms
- Educational Psychology Assessment -- comprehensive holistic assessment
- Psychological Consultation -- home-school consultation
- Eliciting children's views
- Dynamic Assessment
- Anxiety and Emotionally Based School Avoidance
- Emotional Wellbeing and Emotion Coaching
- Impact of Chronic Illness and Long Covid in children
- Learning and Executive Functioning
- Supervision and Coaching
Before Your First Appointment
To get the most from your initial consultation, here are some things to consider:
- Bring relevant documents -- gather any previous reports (e.g. from school, NHS, or other professionals), letters from your child's SENCO, and any diary notes you have kept about your child's development or behaviour.
- Know what to expect -- most first appointments involve an initial assessment or consultation. The professional will want to understand your child's history, current difficulties, and what you hope to achieve. A written report with recommendations typically follows.
- Prepare your child -- explain in age-appropriate terms that they are going to meet someone who will play with them or talk to them, and that this person is there to help. Reassure them that it is not a test they can fail.
- Questions to consider asking -- How long is the assessment process? What will the report include? How many sessions might be needed? Can you provide strategies for home and school? What are the costs and are there any funding options available?
Helpful Resources
These SENDPath guides may be useful as you explore your options:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an educational psychologist and a clinical psychologist?
Educational psychologists focus specifically on learning, development, and behaviour in educational settings. They carry out cognitive assessments and identify specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia. Clinical psychologists, by contrast, focus on mental health, emotional difficulties, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses such as autism and ADHD. Both are HCPC-registered and hold doctoral-level qualifications.
Do I need an EP report for an EHCP application?
An educational psychologist report is one of the most important pieces of evidence in an EHCP application. While the local authority will commission their own EP assessment as part of the statutory process, a private EP report submitted with your initial request can strengthen your case and provide an independent perspective on your child's needs.
How long does an educational psychology assessment take?
A full educational psychology assessment typically takes between 3 and 5 hours of direct work with the child, which may be spread across one or two sessions. The report is usually available within 2-4 weeks. Shorter assessments for specific purposes such as exam access arrangements may take less time.
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