Assessment Services
Assessment for Private School Admission
At Kids BRAIN, we specialize in cognitive assessments designed to meet the specific requirements of private school admissions. Many private schools request standardized assessments, such as entrance cognitive testing (like the CATS process) using the WPPSI-IV (Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence, Fourth Edition), or WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition) or other measures to evaluate a child’s cognitive strengths and readiness for their academic programs.
WHAT WE ASSESS AND TEST:
Our expert team can assess children at any level of ability
Intellectual/Cognitive
Achievement/Academic
Language
Visual-spatial, fine motor, processing speed
Memory and learning
Attention
Executive functioning and reasoning
Sensory
Behavioral
Social/emotional domains, psychological functions
Why Choose Kids BRAIN for Your Child’s Assessment?
Our experienced team understands that every child is unique. We conduct thorough and personalized evaluations in a supportive and child-friendly environment, helping neurodivergent children and their families feel at ease throughout the process.
The Purpose of Assessments
Kids BRAIN assessments are designed to help you understand your child, what their natural assets and talents are, what areas may be more challenging for them, and how to support development optimally. Kids BRAIN is here to help your child thrive and grow.
Our cognitive assessments provide:
- Insightful Results: Comprehensive reports outlining your child’s cognitive strengths and areas for growth.
- Admission Support: Detailed information tailored to meet the private school’s requirements.
- Recommendations: Guidance on how to support your child’s success in the classroom.
What to Expect For the Assessment
- Parents Interview: We’ll meet with parents to discuss their child’s needs and the specific requirements of the private school.
- Access to Patient Portal: For important information regarding your testing
- The Testing Process: Your child will complete one or more tests (such as the WPPSI-IV or WISC-V) in a structured yet welcoming environment. Our trained professionals ensure the experience is comfortable and engaging.
- Parent Feedback (reporting?): Following the assessment, we provide a detailed report and discussion where we discuss the assessment results, including cognitive scores, insights into your child’s learning style, and recommendations for classroom accommodations or strategies if needed.
After the Assessment
- Collaboration: If necessary, we work directly with schools, teachers, or other professionals to provide additional context or clarification of the results.
- Education Plan: Kids BRAIN will develop an education plan for your child’s school, including ideas, tips, books, resources to help make this easier for you.
Supporting Your Family Through the Admissions Process
The private school admissions process can be daunting, but Kids BRAIN is here to guide you every step of the way. Our assessments not only fulfill the application requirements but also help you understand your child’s unique potential, ensuring a smoother transition into their new academic environment.