School Placement

Choosing the right educational environment can be one of the most important decisions a family makes. Navigating the many public, private, charter, and magnet school options from elementary school through college can be confusing and intimidating. We provide guidance throughout this process, helping families identify, apply to, and secure enrollment in the educational program that best fits their child’s individual needs.

Student Profile and Evaluation

School placement begins with developing a thorough understanding of each student. Academic evaluations for kids may include a review of transcripts, standardized testing scores, psychological and behavioral records, and other relevant educational information. We also conduct in-depth interviews to better understand a student’s strengths, challenges, learning style, extracurricular interests, and educational goals. This comprehensive review helps identify the educational environment where a student is most likely to thrive.

School Placement Recommendations

Our recommendations are personalized and data-driven, helping families navigate school admissions with confidence. We advocate for the best interests of each student and family while remaining independent from the schools themselves. Recommendations may include public, private, charter, and magnet school programs within the local community, based on each student’s unique profile and educational needs.

For families seeking IQ testing for school placement, gifted placement evaluations, or additional educational testing as part of the decision-making process, our comprehensive assessments can provide valuable information to support school placement recommendations.

Please contact David Sandrow, Ph.D., Psychologist, Director of Testing, if you have further questions (DSandrow@miamicounseling.com).