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Gifted assessments help gain a deeper understanding of your child’s intellectual abilities and learning style. Gifted assessments can help identify if a child has exceptional talents that may not be fully recognized in a typical classroom setting.
This information is crucial for making informed decisions about educational placement, enrichment opportunities, and extracurricular activities that align with the child’s strengths. Early identification can also help prevent boredom, frustration, and underachievement by ensuring the child is appropriately challenged and supported.
Assessments can also shed light on areas where a child may need additional support, providing a comprehensive picture of both their strengths and potential challenges. Ultimately, a gifted assessment is a valuable tool for parents who want to ensure their child receives the best possible educational experience tailored to their unique needs.
Discover your child’s unique intellectual strengths and learning style to create tailored educational strategies that enhance their academic journey.
Uncover potential learning challenges or social-emotional issues that may require special attention, ensuring your child gets the support they need to thrive.
Determine the best educational environment, such as gifted programs or specialized schools, where your child can flourish.
Gain insights into extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities that align with your child’s interests and talents, fostering their overall growth.
Giftedness is typically defined by an IQ score of 130+ (98th percentile or higher). However, giftedness can also encompass exceptional abilities in areas like art or music, beyond traditional academic metrics.
Identifying giftedness early ensures that your child is placed in an environment that challenges and nurtures their abilities. Without proper stimulation, gifted children may experience boredom, decreased motivation, and difficulty focusing.
While giftedness has many benefits, it can also present challenges such as perfectionism, anxiety, emotional extremes, and difficulties with peer relationships. Addressing these challenges early is key to helping your child thrive.
Gifted children often display a sophisticated understanding of language at a young age. They use advanced vocabulary, complex sentence structures, and can engage in conversations that are more mature than their peers. They may enjoy playing with words, telling stories, or explaining ideas in detail, showing an early mastery of language.
Many gifted children begin to read and grasp new concepts at a younger age than their peers. They might teach themselves to read before formal schooling or show a deep interest in learning about diverse topics. This early cognitive development often sets the foundation for continued academic excellence and a lifelong love of learning.
Gifted children often have the ability to recall information quickly and accurately. They might remember details from conversations, facts from books, or events that happened years ago. This strong memory not only helps them excel academically but also allows them to connect ideas and concepts more easily.
Gifted children are naturally curious and have an insatiable desire to understand how the world works. They often ask "why" questions and seek to explore subjects in great depth. This curiosity drives them to gather knowledge, experiment, and sometimes even challenge existing ideas, demonstrating a strong desire for discovery.
When faced with challenges, gifted children often think outside the box to find solutions. They enjoy tackling puzzles, complex problems, or tasks that require strategic thinking. Their creativity and ability to think of unique approaches set them apart, often leading to innovative solutions that others might not consider.
We begin with a thorough discussion to understand your concerns, goals, and your child’s history. This helps us tailor the assessment process to your child’s specific needs.
We will conduct in-depth assessments using evidence-based tools, focusing on academic, cognitive, and emotional factors to gain a complete understanding of your child’s strengths and challenges.
After the assessment, we provide a comprehensive report with clear, actionable recommendations. We take the time to explain the results and answer any questions you may have.
We don’t stop at the assessment. Our team is here to support you with follow-up consultations, referrals, and strategies to help your child succeed in school and beyond.
Calgary offers specialized programs like Westmount Charter School and the GATE Program through CBE, both requiring a formal gifted assessment. LEAP Psychology provides affordable, comprehensive assessments tailored to meet the requirements for these programs.
If you believe your child might benefit from a gifted program, or if you want to explore their full potential, contact us to schedule a gifted assessment. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Fill Out the Contact Form: Provide your name, email, phone number, and a brief description of your concerns or the services you’re interested in.
Schedule a Consultation: Once we receive your submission, our team will reach out to schedule an initial consultation.
Begin the Assessment Process: After the consultation, we’ll guide you through the assessment process tailored to your child’s specific requirements.
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