At PAA Direct, our mission is to help people understand where they are today so they can pursue their best tomorrow.

That’s because we understand that self-knowledge is at the heart of creating positive change people want to see in their lives and the lives of those around them.

The way we achieve our mission is by listening to, learning about and partnering with the people who reach out to us.

From these collaborations and the expert assessment skills and knowledge our team bring to each conversation, are tailored insights about the unique capabilities of the people we see.

Intelligence (IQ)

Comprehensive cognitive evaluations to measure intellectual abilities while providing insights into cognitive strengths and areas for development.

ADHD

Our test consultants can screen and provide educational insights for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Literacy

We can assess literacy proficiency and screen for dyslexia. Moreover, our team can identify reading strengths and weaknesses and can provide targeted support strategies.

Numeracy

Our testing specialists provide evaluative assessment of mathematical skills, particularly the identification of individuals with additional learning needs and high potential/gifted students.

Get started

Contact Us

We love helping people gain a better understanding of where they are today so they can pursue their best tomorrow. Sometimes though, other medical professionals, such as a GP, might be a better starting point on this journey. That’s why we speak to people, first, to make sure that we’re the right service for them.

Meet Us

Once we’ve spoken and we’ve made sure that we’re able to help people understand their unique capabilities, we invite you to come meet us in our CBD office to discuss how we can help you get the insights you’re after.

Assess

To help paint an accurate picture of where a person is today, we gather as much relevant information as we can. This usually includes talking, reading through relevant information, such as school reports and things like NAPLAN results and carrying out one or more psychological tests, as needed.

Results

After putting all the relevant information together, including any psychological test results, we generate a comprehensive report outlining, in clear language, peoples’ unique capability profile. We also include tailored recommendations, specific to each person.

Follow-Up

We offer everyone we see an over the phone, online, or face-to-face follow-up to receive feedback about about how we can improve our services and to answer any questions people might have about their results and their experience with us.

Our Experience

PAA Direct test specialists have extensive experience collaborating with a range of different people, including

• High Potential and Gifted Students: Providing assessments for primary and secondary school students to identify advanced intellectual capabilities to support their educational journey.

• Students Pursuing HSC Disability Provisions: Helping students obtain accommodations for the Higher School Certificate (HSC) to ensure a fair and supportive testing environment.

• Individuals with Suspected Additional Learning Needs: Offering evaluations for children, adolescents and adults who may require additional support and adjustments to achieve their full potential.

• Students involved in the NSW Department of Education Access Request Process: Supporting students involved in the Access Request process to ensure they receive appropriate educational accommodations and support.

Location

25 Bligh Street, Sydney, 2000

Getting here by public transport

• Martin Place station (Hunter & Castlereagh Street exit): 1-minute walk

• Wynyard station (George Street exit): 7-minute walk

• Bridge Street light rail stop: 7-minute walk

• Circular Quay (Wharf 4): 9-minute walk

• St James station: 9-minute walk

• Town Hall station: 12-minute walk