Beyond the Open House

For high-net-worth families in competitive urban centers, the private school admissions process is already a source of immense pressure. When a child has a complex learning profile—whether it's a twice-exceptional (2e) designation, ADHD, or sensory processing differences—that pressure is magnified exponentially. Parents often find themselves in a delicate position: How much do we disclose? Will honesty about our child’s needs jeopardize their acceptance? Will a "prestigious" school truly be able to support them?

We move families beyond the glossy brochures and open house presentations to the hard reality of matching a child’s cognitive architecture with a school’s pedagogical approach. A school with a reputation for rigorous academics might lack the executive functioning scaffolding your child needs, while a more "nurturing" environment might fail to challenge their high intellect. Our role is to provide an objective, clinical perspective on which educational environments are genuinely equipped to serve your child’s unique combination of strengths and vulnerabilities.

Translating Data into Advocacy

A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation is a powerful tool, but only if its findings are effectively communicated to admissions directors and learning specialists. Too often, critical information gets lost in dense clinical jargon. We bridge this gap, acting as translators who turn complex data into a clear, compelling narrative about who your child is as a learner.

We actively collaborate with families to curate a school list that is realistic yet ambitious. We review ISAAGNY reports and teacher recommendations through a clinical lens, ensuring they align with the findings of our evaluation. More importantly, we coach parents on how to articulate their child’s needs during interviews in a way that is honest, confident, and solution-oriented. Our goal is to present admissions teams not with a "problem" to be managed, but with a complete picture of a dynamic student and the specific toolkit they need to succeed.

The Long View: Securing Success, Not Just Admission

Our advocacy does not end when an acceptance letter is received. The true measure of success is not just getting in, but thriving once there. We believe that the transition period is critical, and we remain a strategic partner during this phase to ensure that the necessary supports are fully understood and implemented from day one.

This often involves direct coordination with the receiving school’s learning support team to translate our evaluation’s recommendations into a practical support plan or IEP. By establishing this collaborative framework early, we help prevent the common "wait-and-see" approach that can lead to a child floundering in their first few months. We invest in the long view, ensuring that the school environment you choose today is one that will foster your child’s confidence, intellectual curiosity, and emotional well-being for years to come.