Where we work
Bluestones Medical Complex Care ADHD & Autism Assessment Centre delivers assessments from two offices, with virtual assessment available nationally across England.
Assessment Centre
Our expert services
Why timely assessment matters
Waiting for an ADHD or autism assessment can be one of the most frustrating experiences for individuals and families. NHS waiting lists can stretch to several years, and the longer the wait, the longer vital support is delayed. At Bluestones Medical Complex Care ADHD & Autism Assessment Centre, we believe no one should have to put their life on hold for answers.
We offer private assessments with significantly shorter waiting times, as well as NHS-funded assessments through the Right to Choose pathway, giving you more options and more control over your care. Our specialist team works with you from referral to diagnosis, with clear communication and genuine person-centred support at every step.
Understanding your options
We offer both NHS-funded and private assessment pathways. Here’s what you need to know.
NHS Right to Choose
Fully NHS-funded via your GP referral
- Who funds it?
- Your NHS referral
- How to access
- Ask your GP for a referral and choose ENS
- Waiting time
- Shorter than standard pathway waiting times
- What’s included
- Full assessment on the NHS tariff
- Best for
- Those with a GP referral who want more choice
Private Assessment
Self-funded or covered by private healthcare insurance
- Who funds it?
- Self-funded, or covered by private healthcare insurance
- How to access
- Contact us directly
- Waiting time
- Typically the fastest route
- What’s included
- Full assessment, same clinical standard
- Best for
- Those who want to arrange assessment independently
Whichever route you take, you’ll receive the same high standard of clinical assessment, the same specialist team, and the same compassionate care.
Our assessment services
We offer a comprehensive range of specialist assessments for adults and children and young people.
Adult ADHD Assessment
Specialist ADHD assessment for adults using validated tools including DIVA 5.0, CAARS and QbTest. Delivered by experienced clinicians in line with NICE guidelines.
Adult Autism Assessment
Comprehensive autism spectrum assessment for adults using ADOS-2 and ADI-R. Our clinicians understand how autism presents differently across genders and backgrounds.
Adult Combined Assessment
Where both ADHD and autism may be present, our combined assessment pathway evaluates both, reducing the need for multiple separate referrals.
Children & Young People: ADHD
ADHD assessments for children and young people, including tools such as Conners 4 and SNAP-IV, with input from families and schools as part of a thorough evaluation.
Children & Young People: Autism
Paediatric autism assessments using ADOS-2 and age-appropriate tools, with reports structured to support EHCP applications where relevant.
Children & Young People: Combined
For children presenting with possible ADHD and autism features, our combined CYP pathway assesses both, giving families a complete clinical picture.
Our clinical scope is broad and our team works flexibly to ensure the right assessment pathway is matched to your individual needs. Get in touch to discuss which assessment is right for you.
NHS-funded pathway
Your Right to Choose
If your GP refers you for an ADHD or autism assessment, you have the legal right under NHS England policy to choose which provider carries out that assessment, including Bluestones Medical Complex Care ADHD & Autism Assessment Centre. This is known as the Right to Choose, and it means you don’t have to sit on standard pathway waiting times.
Right to Choose is available for ADHD and autism assessments for both adults and children and young people. The assessment is fully NHS-funded, so there is no cost to you, and our waiting times are significantly shorter than the standard pathway.
1
See your GP
Ask for a referral for ADHD or autism assessment. You can download our Right to Choose referral form below to take with you.
2
Name Complex Care
Tell your GP you’d like to use Bluestones Medical Complex Care ADHD & Autism Assessment Centre.
3
We take it from there
We’ll contact you to arrange your assessment.
4
Get your answers
Receive your full clinical assessment and report.
Current waiting times
We update our waiting times regularly so you always know what to expect.
- PRIVATE ASSESSMENTS
- Currently
3-6 months
Last reviewed this month
- NHS RIGHT TO CHOOSE
- Currently
3-6 months
Last reviewed this month
Waiting times are reviewed monthly and reflect current demand. Times above are indicative; contact us for the most up-to-date information.
Why choose Bluestones Medical Complex Care ADHD & Autism Assessment Centre
Specialist clinical team
Our assessments are carried out by qualified, experienced clinicians (psychologists, psychiatrists and specialist nurses) with deep expertise in neurodevelopmental assessment.
NICE-compliant assessments
Every assessment follows NICE guidelines and uses validated, evidence-based tools. Our diagnostic reports meet the standards required by GPs, schools, employers and local authorities.
Shorter waiting times
We offer a genuine alternative to lengthy standard pathway waiting times. Our private and Right to Choose pathways mean you can access expert assessment without years of delay.
Person-centred approach
We adapt our assessments to your needs, including face-to-face and virtual options, accessible environments, and reasonable adjustments for sensory or communication differences.
Clear communication throughout
From your first enquiry to receiving your report, you'll have a named point of contact, regular updates and a clear post-diagnostic follow-up meeting.
North Office
Call
01244 604 335
South Office
Call
01702 361 405
Bluestones Medical Complex Care ADHD & Autism Assessment Centre delivers assessments from two offices, with virtual assessment available nationally across England.
Working with us: for clinicians
Refer a patient
We welcome referrals from GPs, psychiatrists, CAMHS, community mental health teams, schools and other health professionals. Our referral process is straightforward and our team will acknowledge every referral within 24 hours.
If you have a patient who may benefit from a specialist neurodevelopmental assessment, we’d welcome a conversation.
Join our clinical team
We’re always looking to connect with experienced clinicians who share our commitment to high-quality, person-centred neurodevelopmental assessment. If you’re a psychologist, psychiatrist, or specialist nurse with ADHD or autism assessment experience, we’d love to hear from you.
This isn’t a job application. Just a conversation about how we might work together.
What we stand for
Everyone deserves answers.
We believe that timely, accurate assessment is not a luxury. It is the foundation of everything else: treatment, support, education and self-understanding all start with knowing.
We see the whole person.
We don't assess a condition in isolation. We assess a person, with a history, a context, and a life that extends far beyond our clinic room.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards.
Our clinicians are experienced and our reporting meets the standards required across health, education and employment settings.
Ready to find out more?
Whether you’re exploring a private assessment, want to understand your Right to Choose options, or are a clinician looking to refer a patient, we’re here to help. Speak to our team for a straightforward, no-obligation conversation.