At Education Services, we believe that there is the right schooling environment for every child and for every ability. Finding a good fit is part of the education selection process which we offer. Taking into account your child’s unique profile, the family situation, your research into suitable schools in your area, your budget and preferences.  We help to ensure that the correct shape fits the correct hole, providing the right mix of academics, sport, cultural, character development and self-discipline to ensure a successful journey to graduation.

-> School Selection Questionnaire

Children need to be competent in areas such as: Reading, mathematics, writing, paying attention, using fine and gross motor skills, amongst others. There could be a number of reasons why progress is slow, and if any of these areas are lagging or not developing effectively, an educational assessment might be necessary.

-> Learning Barriers Checklist for Primary School

An educational assessment is conducted by an educational or clinical psychologist and in addition to showing how a child learns, an assessment can provide a diagnosis of a learning disability. At Education Services, we can refer you to the correct practitioner.

It is pretty normal to experience occasional anxiety. However, people with anxiety disorders often have intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. These feelings interfere with daily activities and are difficult to control. They are generally out of proportion to the actual danger and can last a while. If left undiagnosed or untreated, it can lead to more serious mental health challenges later on. If you have a suspicion that your child has an anxiety disorder, it is better to follow your gut and get a professional opinion.

There are public schools for special needs. You will have to contact the local district office of the Education Department and request an evaluation. There is paperwork that needs to be completed by you, the parent, the current school (if applicable) and an assessment will be conducted. If the recommendation is for special needs school placement, it will be handled by the local office. This process could take up to 3 years. Education Services can assist by providing a list of schools and facilitating the application process.

A child’s’ reading ability depends on many different factors and influences. For some, reading can be frustrating and at times, seemingly futile. These children struggle to learn the individual letter sounds, blends and sight words and so reading is slow, tedious and they can seldom understand what they are reading about. We say there is a type of word blindness called dyslexia. If they don’t enjoy reading for fun and there is family history of dyslexia, there is a strong possibility that they might also be dyslexic. If you are concerned about your child’s reading ability, contact an education consultant for an assessment.

-> Dyslexia Screening for Primary School

-> Dyslexia Screening for High School

Suspect a problem if your child struggles with any of these:

Connecting letters and sounds

Reading and comprehending grade-level text

Understanding number concepts

Forming letters or remembering which letters stand for which sounds

Following directions, even with help

Remembering information

Repeating information or copying items

Cutting

Paying attention or controlling behaviour