TESTING FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL ADMISSION:

The administration of standardized tests is offered for private school applications. This evaluation is best administered in the child’s preferred language and is available in both English and French.

For children under the age of 6 years, the WPPSI-IV is used. The administration of the test takes approximately 45-60 minutes, depending on the age of the child.

For children between the ages of 6 and 16 years, the WISC-V is used. The administration of the test takes 60-90 minutes.

The results of the WPPSI or WISC are presented in a detailed report, which is then provided to the parents and the schools designated. Please allow 5-7 days for the report to be completed. It is recommended that parents call as early as possible during admission season (October/November are the least busy months) to reserve an appointment.

During the test, the child is required to participate in a series of activities that assess cognitive functioning. No training is necessary and formal practice is strongly discouraged as it might invalidate the results. The performance of the child is statistically adjusted in order to allow for a direct comparison with other children of the same age. The test requires an individual administration and it is not recommended that parents be present in the office during the test. Parents are invited to stay in the waiting room during the test. An important source of information is the behavior of the child when parents are not present. This allows for a better estimate of the child’s performance in a school setting. It is very important that the child feels comfortable during testing so that he can work to his full potential. I strive to create a warm, caring, and comfortable environment in which the child can clearly demonstrate what he knows. The test is by nature designed to be stimulating and engaging to young children. It is important to keep in mind that testing is a measure of the performance of the child at the time of the test and which can therefore be influenced by several factors. It is not possible to form definitive conclusions or make a diagnosis on the basis of the administration of a single instrument.

Payment is requested at the time of the administration of the test (cash or check only please):

WPPSI-IV (English) $500

WPPSI-IV (French) $550

WISC-V (English) $600

WISC-V (French) $650