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Academic Evaluations

Academic evaluations provide a comprehensive understanding of a student’s learning profile—especially when challenges with attention, achievement, or school performance haven’t yet been fully assessed or addressed. These evaluations offer expert insight into a child’s learning strengths, areas of difficulty, and how cognitive and emotional factors may be affecting academic progress.

Families may seek out an academic evaluation to better understand whether an undiagnosed learning difference, ADHD, or other underlying factor is impacting a student’s success. In some cases, previous school-based evaluations may have been limited in scope, or additional clarity is needed to guide next steps. An independent evaluation can offer objective data to support the development of an IEP or IESP (Individualized Education Services Program), help inform private school accommodations, and further align with a student’s unique learning needs.

These evaluations also provide valuable insights that help both parents and educators tailor instructional strategies, prepare for transitions, and ensure consistency across home and school. Whether you’re preparing for an IEP or IESP meeting, exploring a new school placement, or simply seeking a fuller picture of your child’s learning profile, an academic evaluation can be a meaningful step toward more personalized, effective support.

What Can Academic Testing Help Diagnose?

Academic evaluations are designed to identify learning-related challenges and support educational planning. They can help diagnose:

  • Specific learning disabilities in reading, writing, or math
  • Dyslexia (reading-based learning disorder)
  • Dyscalculia (math-based learning disorder)
  • Dysgraphia (writing and fine motor-based learning disorder)
  • Attention-related difficulties that impact academic performance
  • Behavioral concerns in the classroom
  • Social challenges that affect peer relationships and school engagement

These evaluations help clarify why a student may be struggling, and guide recommendations for classroom supports, IEPs, or standardized testing accommodations (ie. extended time).