FAQs
About bibic
Who are bibic?
bibic is a national charity supporting children, young people and adults with neurological and developmental differences. We provide holistic assessments and practical strategy programmes to help individuals better understand themselves and thrive in everyday life.
Who can bibic support?
We support individuals with a wide range of needs including autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, learning differences and developmental delays. You do not need a diagnosis to access support.
What ages do you support?
We support individuals from early childhood (6 months) through to adulthood, with programmes tailored to different stages of life.
Assessments & Support
What does a bibic assessment involve?
Our assessments explore how an individual thinks, learns, communicates and experiences the world. Following the assessment, families receive a personalised strengths profile and practical strategies for everyday life.
Do you provide diagnoses?
No. bibic does not provide formal diagnoses. Our focus is on understanding the individual and providing practical strategies that support development and wellbeing.
Who will my child (or I) see while at bibic?
At bibic, you will be supported by one of our trained Developmental Therapists. All of our therapists are degree-level qualified and have extensive experience across SEND, education, and child and adult development. They also complete comprehensive in-house training and ongoing professional development to ensure our work remains informed, ethical, and evidence-led.
Your journey begins with an in-depth assessment, where your therapist will take time to understand individual strengths and challenges. Following the first day of assessment, our therapists come together as a team to review each individual. This collaborative approach allows us to share insights and draw on specialist expertise across different areas.
This means the strategies and recommendations you receive are shaped not just by one therapist, but by the combined knowledge and experience of our wider team ensuring a truly holistic and personalised approach.
What happens after an assessment?
You will receive a detailed report within 6 weeks outlining the individual’s strengths, areas of challenge, and personalised strategies that can be used at home, in education, or in everyday life.
Following the assessment, you will also receive a period of keyworking support. This provides you with ongoing guidance from our team to help you understand and implement the recommended strategies with confidence.
Full details about what keyworking includes, including timeframes and support available, can be found in our Terms and Conditions.
Accessing Support
Where do assessments take place?
Assessments can take place at our centre in Somerset or online via video call (Teams, Zoom or Google), allowing us to support families across the UK. In some circumstances, assessments may also take place in the individual’s home environment. This can be discussed with our Family Services team when exploring the most suitable support option.
How do I book an assessment?
You can contact our Family Services team or complete the enquiry form on our website. Our team will guide you through the next steps and help identify the most suitable support.
Working with Others
Can bibic work alongside schools or other professionals?
Yes. We encourage collaborative working and can share strategies and insights with schools, SENCOs and other professionals supporting the individual.
Costs & Funding
How much does an assessment cost?
The true cost of bibic’s assessments is subsidised by fundraising and charitable support. Families contribute towards the cost, and our team can talk you through pricing and available options when you enquire.
Have another question?
If we have not been able to answer your question and you would like to speak to us, please do not hesitate to email us. We are always happy to answer your questions.