What to Look for When Getting An Assessment (5 Aug 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Would you like to understand more about the different types of IQ assessments? Which are most relevant in Australia? What should one include to look at the whole child?

Join us for an evening with Dr Kate Aster to explore this further!

In this professional learning event, you will:

Gain a comprehensive understanding of what IQ is, the history of testing, and what exactly IQ tests measure (and what they don't!)
Learn about the different kinds of tests and the most useful testing types for different children and situations.
Understand IQ score distribution, confidence intervals, and how to interpret score scatter.
Learn about correlation in IQ across siblings.
Learn about Dr. Ruf's 'Levels of Giftedness', corresponding IQ scores, and how each level manifests.
Understand academic accomodations a child might need

Dr Kate Aster is the Director of a specialist clinic supporting gifted and twice-exceptional children, the founder of My Neurodivergent Child, and the co-founder of Gifted WA. With over two decades of experience working with neurodivergent families, Kate is known for her practical, compassionate approach and deep understanding of the complexities surrounding giftedness.

Her work has been featured in The Guardian, ABC, SBS and other national media, where she regularly advocates for the needs of gifted learners, particularly in the area of social and emotional development.

Term 3 Caffeine-Fuelled Networking (16 Aug 2026)

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Several times a year, we host morning tea in the city for parents, teachers and anyone interested in becoming part of Gifted WA to meet our Chairperson and members of the committee.

It's a great opportunity to informally meet with others on similar journeys and to pose questions to the committee members present.

We will meet outside the cafe at 10:00am. There are plenty of coffee, tea, juice and food options available.

There's plenty of open area to sit as a group and a playground for your kids. :)

Gifted WA upcoming events

What to Look for When Getting An Assessment (5 Aug 2026)

Term 3 Caffeine-Fuelled Networking (16 Aug 2026)