WJ V - Woodcock Johnson V

Woodcock-Johnson V (WJ V) is a fully digital assessment system that helps educators and professionals understand how learners perform, using evidence they can trust. It combines the rigour of the Woodcock-Johnson with modern digital delivery, making assessment more efficient, consistent, and easier to manage.

Qualification Level Full Battery: A for full battery AND available to B where a valid Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) is held

Qualification Level Tests of Achievement: B

The Woodcock Johnson has long been recognised as a rigorous and reliable assessment framework. WJ V brings that same trust into a modern digital platform, designed for today’s education and professional environments.

A trusted name in assessment. Delivered digitally.
No heavy kits. The rigour you trust without physical materials.
No manual scoring. Automation handles scoring accurately and consistently.
No unnecessary admin. Streamlined reporting without complex paperwork.

Assessment made simpler, step by step

Assessment should support good decision making, not create extra work. WJ V is designed to help organisations work with clarity and confidence at every stage of the assessment process.

Assess learning needs accurately and consistently
Reduce administrative workload and manual scoring
Produce clear, professional reports
Maintain confidence in the evidence used for decision making
Work more efficiently across teams and settings

Two assessment options. One trusted system.

Woodcock-Johnson V is available in two assessment options, depending on what you need to understand about a learner. Both options use the same digital platform, scoring, and reporting tools.

Woodcock-Johnson V Tests of Achievement
Best suited to schools and educators

Woodcock-Johnson V Full Battery
Best suited to practitioners and clinics

The Tests of Achievement focus on academic attainment, helping educators understand how learners perform in key areas such as reading, writing, and mathematics.

Use cases

Supporting eligibility and access arrangement evidence
Identifying learning gaps
Monitoring progress over time
Access to Virtual Test Library

The Full Battery combines academic attainment with cognitive assessment, supporting a deeper understanding of how a learner thinks as well as how they perform.

Use cases

Full diagnostic assessments
Identifying cognitive strengths and weaknesses
Access to Cog, Achievement and Virtual Test Library
Dedicated Dyslexia test set

Key features

With WJ V, assessment becomes simpler, more consistent, and easier to manage from start to finish.

Fully digital administration. Run assessments online in a controlled, structured way.
Automatic scoring. Reduce manual work while keeping results consistent.
Clear, printable reports. Generate professional outputs that are easy to share.
Secure data handling. Keep assessment data protected within a secure platform.
Organisation-wide access. No per-user limits. No unnecessary complexity.
Free online training resources. Support teams with guidance and training to get started quickly.

Choose the pathway that fits your role

WJ V is used across schools and professional settings. Start with the page designed for your role

For Educators and Schools

For Practitioners and Clinics

For SENCOs and school teams who need clear attainment data to support eligibility, access arrangements, and learning support.

Support eligibility decisions with clear attainment evidence
Strengthen learning support plans with reliable data
Move away from paper kits and manual scoring

Explore WJ V for Schools

For assessors delivering full diagnostic assessments who need both attainment and cognitive insight.

Deliver full diagnostic assessments with robust outputs
Combine attainment and cognitive insight in one workflow
Generate clear reports faster with automated scoring

Explore WJ V for Practitioners and Clinics

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about WJ V, eligibility, setup, reporting, and more. VTL is included with both Achievement and Full Battery.

What is Woodcock Johnson V?	WJ V is the latest edition of the Woodcock-Johnson assessment suite. It provides comprehensive measures across academic achievement (ACH) and cognitive abilities (COG), with a Virtual Test Library (VTL) for streamlined digital delivery.
What's the difference between the Achievement battery and the Full battery?	Achievement (ACH + VTL) focuses on core academic skills (reading, writing, maths, oral language). Full Battery (ACH + COG + VTL) adds cognitive abilities (e.g., reasoning, working memory, processing speed) for a fuller profile and diagnostic clarity.
Who can administer the Cognitive (COG) battery?	The COG component typically requires appropriate professional qualifications per your local regulations and publisher guidance (e.g., a registered psychologist). If you’re unsure, get in touch and we’ll confirm eligibility in your region.
What is the Virtual Test Library (VTL)?	VTL is the digital environment for administering WJ V subtests, managing test credits, and producing instant reports. It’s included with both the Achievement and Full Battery options.
What kind of reports do I get?	Automated, easy-to-read reports including score summaries, cluster analyses, and interpretive guidance to support interventions and communication with stakeholders.
What are the basic set-up requirements?	A modern browser, reliable internet, and a quiet, well-lit space for the student/client. For some subtests you may need headphones and a microphone. We’ll provide a quick setup checklist.
How does WJ V differ from WJ IV?	WJ V features updated norms, refined clusters and subtests, enhanced reporting, and a more streamlined digital experience via VTL.
How do I get started?	Choose your plan on the pricing section, or contact us for onboarding support, qualification checks, and procurement options.