Child Assessment Exercise

Assessing your child's needs and learning style is a crucial first step in finding the right school.
Here's a more detailed look at how to approach this:

1. Observe your child's learning preferences:

• Visual learners: Do they prefer pictures, diagrams, and written instructions?
• Auditory learners: Do they learn best through listening and verbal instructions?
• Kinesthetic learners: Do they enjoy hands-on activities and physical movement?

2. Evaluate their social tendencies:

• Are they outgoing or shy in new situations?
• Do they prefer working alone or in groups?
• How do they handle conflict with peers?

3. Assess attention span and activity level:

• Can they sit still for extended periods, or do they need frequent breaks?
• Do they thrive in structured environments or prefer more flexibility?

4. Identify strengths and challenges:

• What subjects or activities do they excel in?
• Are there areas where they struggle or need extra support?

5. Consider any special needs:

• Do they have any diagnosed learning disabilities or health issues?
• Are there any behavioral concerns that require special attention?

6. Gauge their interests and passions:

• What topics or activities get them excited?
• Do they show particular talent in arts, sciences, or other areas?

7. Reflect on their emotional needs:

• How do they handle stress or challenges?
• Do they need a lot of encouragement or are they self-motivated?

8. Consider their language background:

• Is English their first language?
• Would they benefit from a bilingual or language immersion program?

Use this Printable Document to help assess your child’s needs and personality.