Learning evaluation
A learning evaluation, from a child's side of the table
For children and teens whose reading, writing or math takes more effort than their parents expect, or whose grades and ability do not seem to match.
Who it helps
School-age children and teens, and their parents, who want to understand what is behind a hard subject.
What the visits look like
Your child works one to one with the psychologist on reading, writing, math and thinking tasks, in short blocks, with breaks and a snack.
How long it takes
Usually one or two visits for your child, then a feedback meeting for you. Your psychologist sets the pace and tells you the plan at intake.
What this is not
What this evaluation is not
Not therapy
An evaluation answers a question. If your child would benefit from counseling, we say so and help you look for it.
Not a placement decision
The school team decides what supports your child receives. Our report is one piece of information they can read.
Not a promise of a finding
We do not know the answer before the testing is done, and we do not aim for any particular one.
Questions
Three questions about learning evaluations
Does my child need to prepare?
No. A good night's sleep, breakfast and glasses if they wear them are enough. We tell children it is not a test they can fail.
Can my child take breaks?
Yes. Visits are short blocks with breaks built in, and we stop sooner if your child is tired.
Do you need my child's school records?
They help. Report cards, earlier testing and teacher notes are useful, and you choose what to send.
How it is paid, and how to begin
Fees are explained on one page, and given to you in writing before testing starts.