
School Selection
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A child can attend any school, but there are only certain learning environments where they will thrive.
Selecting a private or independent school for your child is stressful. We get it. With so much information, and yet such little clarity, it’s difficult to determine which is best for your child.
Finding the right school can feel overwhelming, but we make it easy. At The Parent Advocate, our expert team of educational consultants takes the guesswork out of private school selection, using a personalized, thorough process that aligns each recommendation with your child’s unique strengths, needs, and interests. We look beyond just your family's preferences to ensure a school environment that truly supports your child's full potential.
Specializing in schools across southern Ontario, we bring in-depth knowledge of the region’s diverse private and independent schools, giving you confidence that every option we present is a well-suited choice for your family’s educational goals.
Sample School Selection Package
Package includes:
Exclusive Parent Assessment
Review of all Educational Documents/Reports (report cards, psycho-educational assessments, ADOS , PT/OT, SLP, etc.)
Virtual In-Take Session
In-depth analysis of all schools within the identified geographic region
A customized digital report outlining the top-recommended schools where your child will thrive, including information on programming, school culture, extracurriculars, admissions process & requirements, school contacts, etc.
Virtual Follow-Up and creation of an action plan

Selecting a school based on someone else’s experience is like picking a home without stepping inside—it may not be the right fit for your family.
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