FREE ASSESSMENTS OFFERED BY TUTORING AGENCIES. WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
At Tutors For Less, we prioritize building confidence through personalized tutoring, without the need for initial assessments
This situation is akin to inviting a door-to-door salesperson for a “free inspection” of your furnace and water heater. Everyone recognizes this as a sales tactic, with the inspector likely recommending maintenance or replacement, prompting you to buy a service package. Similarly, hearing the words “free assessment” can entice you to invite a salesperson into your home, leading you to sign a contract based on their recommendations.
What is often not mentioned is that a proper educational assessment should only be conducted by a professional trained in assessing children, such as an educational psychologist. A genuine academic assessment should be carried out by a trained and qualified psychologist, who can accurately identify a student’s strengths and weaknesses. School psychologists also consult with teachers to get a comprehensive view of the child. These evaluations can be obtained through schools or privately, often covered by extended medical insurance. Typically, a psychological educational assessment costs around $3000.
At Tutors For Less, we believe in avoiding unnecessary assessments. We understand that your child needs to build confidence from the start, and an initial assessment might deter them from seeking valuable tutoring assistance. Our tutors are skilled in identifying areas for improvement and learning gaps on the spot, in consultation with your child’s teacher. Therefore, there is no need for an initial assessment, as our 1-on-1 tutoring constantly focuses on your child’s progress. At Tutors For Less, we work collaboratively with you, your child, and your child’s teacher to ensure academic success.
