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Are you wondering if your child is gifted? A Gifted Assessment can provide crucial insights into their cognitive ability testing for child and help ensure they receive the best educational opportunities for their future.
Emotional Supported Programs
Our assessments are recognized for entry into:
- Westmount Charter School
- CBE Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) programs
Admission IQ Testing For Westmounter Charter and CBE GATE
Westmount Charter School in Calgary is a K-12 publicly funded school dedicated to providing an enriched educational experience tailored specifically for gifted students. To be identified as gifted, students at Westmount have been assessed with a Full Scale IQ (FSIQ) and/or General Ability Index (GAI) at or above the 98th percentile (standard score 130 +/- 5)
Application for 2025 school year closes on November 29, 2024
The Calgary Board of Education’s GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) program is designed to nurture the unique abilities of gifted child development therapy through specialized curricula and support. It aims to create an engaging and challenging learning environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and personal growth.
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Pricing Information
Gifted Assessment with Westmount Report: $1,100
This includes:
- Parent interview
- Cognitive testing
- Scoring, file review, and report preparation
- Feedback session for parents
Estimated Duration: 5.5 hours
* If your child does not meet the gifted criteria, you can choose to only pay for testing and scoring, which costs $600.
Gifted Assessment, Academic Testing and GATE Report: $1,700
This includes:
- Parent interview
- Cognitive and academic testing
- Scoring, file review, and report preparation
- Feedback session for parents
Estimated Duration: 7.5 hours
Insurance Coverage
Many health plans cover part or all of the Gifted Assessment costs. Please check with your provider for details, and we’ll assist you in maximizing your coverage.
Signs Your Child May Be Gifted
If you suspect your child might be gifted, we’re here to help you explore their potential through InnerLogue therapy comprehensive assessments.
If you’re wondering about your child’s potential, consider these signs:
- Learns quickly and easily
- Exhibits an advanced vocabulary at an early age
- Shows greater maturity and independence compared to peers
- Has a strong passion for learning and does so without prompting
- Displays excellent memory and attention span
- Thinks abstractly and analytically
- Excels in areas like art, music, math, or science
Giftedness In Very Young Children
Giftedness in very young children can often be recognized by several key indicators, including:
- Advanced verbal skills
- Exceptional mathematical aptitude
- An extended attention span
- Early capacity for abstract reasoning
- A noticeable curiosity about time
(Source: Colangelo, N., Assouline, S.G., and Gross, M. U. M., A Nation Deceived. Templeton National Report on Acceleration, 2004. as cited in ABC Ontario)
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FAQs
1. What is a gifted assessment, and how is it conducted?
A gifted assessment evaluates a child’s intellectual abilities and potential. It typically includes IQ tests, achievement tests, and behavioral observations, conducted by a licensed psychologist. Results help identify giftedness and guide educational planning.
2. How can therapy support gifted children emotionally and socially?
Therapy helps gifted children manage emotions, cope with perfectionism, and improve social skills. It provides strategies for handling pressure, managing boredom, and navigating relationships with peers.
3. What are the signs that my child might need a gifted assessment?
Signs include advanced problem-solving skills, early reading ability, intense curiosity, strong memory, and high creativity. If they feel unchallenged in school or show asynchronous development (advanced in some areas but not others), an assessment may be beneficial.
Carmen Dominguez
Registered
Psychologist
Clients : Psychoeducational Assessments, Gifted, Autism & ADHD Assessments, Children, Families, Parenting, ADHD, Autism...
Language: English and French
