Educational Assessments Should Be Accessible and Affordable
Educational assessments should be both accessible and affordable.
Parents should be able to know where their children are academically, but they rarely do. Many schools fail at helping parents understand their child’s academic strengths and weaknesses. After taking tests, the results either aren’t shared or aren’t accessible for months, leaving parents clueless as to how their students are doing.
It shouldn’t take a special educational evaluation or spending thousands of dollars to get valuable information to help advocate for your child in their education.
Educational Assessments Should Be Accessible.
Unfortunately, educational assessments are typically only administered for students who are either currently receiving or being evaluated for receiving special education services. It’s incredibly rare for a student who does not receive special education services to ever have the opportunity to take a comprehensive assessment, detailing their strengths, weaknesses, and actionable next steps to help support their ongoing growth.
Even if you aren’t concerned about your child’s academic progress, getting an educational assessment can be incredibly beneficial. It supports children when their parents have a clear understanding of where they are at academically, as well as strategies that can be implemented at both home and school to support them in their learning.
Educational Assessments Should Be Affordable.
It’s not uncommon to see educational assessments go for well over the $5,000 mark. While these tests provide valuable information for both students and parents alike, the unreasonably high price tag leads to many parents to not even consider an educational assessment as an option. It’s simply far too much money to even be considered.
Yes, the assessments cost money to purchase and administer, and the professional giving the assessment had to receive specialized training to administer it, but educational assessments are far too important to reserve for less than 1% of the population.
At Strive Learning Solutions, We Believe Educational Assessments Should Be Accessible and Affordable.
That’s why we offer free dyslexia screeners when purchasing 10 sessions with our Specialized Package.
If you’re interested in a full on, comprehensive assessment, we also have a team of licensed psychologists that would love to help empower you and your child.
Schedule your child’s free consultation today!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an educational assessment?
An educational assessment is a comprehensive evaluation that identifies a student’s academic strengths, weaknesses, and potential diagnosed learning differences. These assessments help parents and educators understand how a student learns best and what strategies or interventions will support their success at school and home.
How is a private educational assessment different from school testing?
While school testing is often limited to determining eligibility for special education services, private educational assessments go much deeper. They provide a full picture of a child’s academic, cognitive, and processing skills, offering more clear actionable insights and recommendations.
How much does an educational assessment cost in Denver?
Costs can vary widely, with many evaluations costing well over $5,000. At Strive Learning Solutions, we believe assessments should be accessible and affordable, which is why we offer free dyslexia screeners with tutoring packages and fair prices for full evaluations.
Does Strive Learning Solutions offer educational assessments in Denver?
Yes. Strive Learning Solutions provides both academic screeners and full educational assessments for students across the Denver Metro area, including Arvada, Lakewood, Wheat Ridge, and Golden, as well as virtual options for families anywhere. Our goal is to make testing affordable, accessible, and easy to understand.
