Get answers about your child
Private online autism assessments for children aged 6+
Understand your child’s needs and receive practical next steps from experienced clinicians. Start with a free consultation to talk through what you’re noticing, ask questions about the available assessment pathways and understand what each option involves before deciding whether to continue.
Booking takes around 2 minutes • No referral needed • No obligation to continue
Clinical care you can trust
Melios is part of the Healios family, delivering specialist online support for children, young people and families.
How it works
1. Book a free consultation
Choose a time to talk with us about your child and what you’re noticing.
2. Talk through the right route
Use your free consultation to talk through what you’re noticing in your child and ask questions before booking. We can explain the autism, ADHD and combined ADHD/autism assessment pathways, what each route involves, and what information may be helpful before you decide whether to continue.
3. Complete the online assessment
If you decide to continue, your child’s assessment is completed online by experienced clinicians.
4. Receive clear next steps
You’ll receive a clinical report, practical recommendations and a feedback appointment to talk through the outcome.
Parent review
“After years on an NHS waiting list, it was a huge relief to know our son’s assessment could be completed within a couple of months. The initial consultation was excellent – clear, supportive and reassuring. We feel confident we’re in good hands.”
Parent of a 9-year-old boy • Trustpilot 5-star review
Why families choose Melios
Experienced clinicians who understand children
Your child is assessed by clinicians with experience supporting children, young people and families.
Appointments from the comfort of home
Your child can take part from a familiar environment, with practical adjustments such as breaks where appropriate.
Reports designed for real life
You receive clear, practical recommendations to support your child at home, at school and in everyday routines.
Transparent pricing
Free consultation: £0
Your first conversation with us is free, so you can ask questions before deciding whether to continue.
Autism assessment for children: £2,160
The full cost is confirmed during your free consultation before you make any decision.
What is included
- A specialist online autism assessment with experienced clinicians
- A clear clinical report explaining the outcome
- An overview of your child’s strengths, differences and support needs
- Practical recommendations you can use at home, at school and in everyday life
- A feedback appointment to talk through the findings and next steps
- Signposting to further support where appropriate
Book your free consultation
Choose a time to speak with us. This is a first conversation only – there is no obligation to go ahead with an assessment.
Frequently asked questions
Is my child old enough for an assessment?
Melios provides private online autism assessments for children aged 6+.
Do I need a referral?
No. You do not need a referral to book a free consultation.
What happens in the free consultation?
You can talk through what you’re noticing, ask questions about the available assessment pathways and understand what each option involves before deciding whether to continue.
Are assessments completed online?
Yes. Melios assessments are completed online. We will explain what is involved before you decide whether to continue.
Are online assessments suitable for children?
Online assessments can work well for many children because they can take part from home in a familiar environment. Where appropriate, appointments can include practical adjustments such as breaks.
Will I be involved in the process?
Yes. Parents and carers are involved in the assessment process. We will explain what information is needed and what your child may be asked to do.
Will school information be included?
Where relevant, we may ask for information from your child’s school or education setting to help build a fuller picture of your child’s needs.
What happens after the assessment?
You will receive a clinical report and have a feedback appointment to talk through the outcome, recommendations and next steps.
What if I’m not sure my child needs an autism assessment?
Start with a free consultation. We will talk through what you’re noticing and help you understand whether an autism assessment is the right route for your child.
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