What it costs us
It costs Brainwave around £4,000 a year to deliver a therapy programme for just one child. Thanks to the hard work of our fundraising and retail teams, we can subsidise most of these costs so that families can access the support they need.
In 2026, we must raise £2.2 million to continue providing our life-changing services, and we receive no government funding to help meet this amount.
What it costs you
All families pay a £100 deposit for a child’s initial assessment or reassessment. This [deposit] will be taken when you book.
The initial assessment will cost £550 and reassessment £450. A £100 deposit will be taken when you book and will be taken off the fee. You can see a full list of our fees below.
We understand that these costs may be a barrier. If so, please contact us at bookings@brainwave.org.uk and we will be able to guide you on sources of funding (or see Further Support below).
Deposit
A universal £100 deposit confirms your child’s appointment (families receiving 100% TAF support can pay this in two instalments). The deposit is non-refundable in the event of a cancellation – view our Cancellation Policy here.
Therapy Access Fund
Our Therapy Access Fund (TAF) has been implemented to help families access our vital services. Charitable trusts and other supporters have generously donated funds specifically for our TAF.
With awards from 25% to 100% depending on household income and available funds. We have an Online Calculator now available to receive an indicative support level – TAF Online Calculator – Brainwave. Details of support level payments are detailed in the table below.
You will just need to fill in information about your income on a short application form.
Travel
Awards for travel costs between your home and our National Therapy Assessment Centre in Somerset. From 25% to 100% dependent on TAF Support Level and available funds (up to a maximum of £160 – only available to those receiving TAF support).
You will need to claim within two weeks of your visit, and upload receipts (if claiming for public transport). Please ask the team for more details, or complete the form via the link below: Family Travel Expenses Fund
Overseas families
We are happy to support families from outside of the UK, but you will be charged at a non-subsidised rate:
Further support
Turn2Us have a grant searching tool on their website here.
You may also be eligible for financial support through a grant through Just4Children.
If you would like to find out more about our TAF, please email: bookings@brainwave.org.uk