- 4 hours of individualized consultation and research
- Tailored to needs of family
- Focused on a specific location
The consultant may discuss the differences between public and private schools, curriculum differences, the pros and cons of the various options available in an area, assist the family with visits to schools, and will generate a list of schools suitable for the family with contact details. The consultant will also be able to discuss any other topic requested.
Options for consultation include:
1. Student Assessment
- Understand what characteristics of your child contribute to his/her academic success in school
- Think about your child in a social/emotional context, and figure out what environmental characteristics would suit him/her best
- Know what type of school on spectrum of progressive to traditional, would be best for your child
- A list of schools and contact details appropriate to the unique needs of your child.
2. Curriculum Differences
- Understand where your child will be ahead and/or behind in the new educational system
- Know where your child needs extra tutoring or challenge prior to moving abroad
- Know where your child needs extra tutoring or challenge prior to repatriating
3. Application Preparation Support
- Even playing field with local candidates
- Applications edited by an objective voice
- Smoothing to ensure that cultural differences enhance rather than detract from your application
- Distinguish your application from the pack
4. Mock Interviews for Parents and Children
- Overcome nerves
- Know what is important to emphasize
- Distinguish self from others
5. Decisions, Decisions, Decisions
- An objective voice to ensure you are making the right selection at this all-important time
6. Public School Advocacy
- For families considering or choosing state or public schools, strategies for ensuring success by advocating for your child appropriately within the cultural context.
7. Consultation on any other topic of a parent’s choice
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