k-12 / boarding consulting services nyc

There are many diverse curricular options available in the country for families navigating public or private schools. The challenge for many families is finding the most ideal match in a system that is complex and competitive not by design, but because of the volume of students applying and the few spaces available. Families should take the time to explore all of their options in making a considered decision, keeping in mind that the “right” school is the one that reflects your families’ needs and is the best suited for your child’s learning needs.

At Smart City Kids, we believe that with direction and information, parents can navigate the school application process. Toward that end, we:
- Offer personal sessions that provide you with a detailed, inside look at school admissions.
- Meet your child to provide our educational assessment of your child’s academic skills and presentation.
- Help you focus on the schools that will best meet your child’s needs.
- Tell you what to look for during the tour, provide critical tips for student interviews and test preparation.
- Cover what schools will be looking for when they meet your child.

If your child needs tutoring prior to testing, we also provide tutors with excellent track records preparing children for these tests. For families who are relocating, students in public schools, or in K-12th grade schools, we interact directly with the ongoing schools.

Get started now by scheduling a free, 15-minute service call with Adriana or Jackie!

The complexity of the K-12 school application process is daunting to many and our advisors look to clarify goals, fit and ultimately develop strategies for successful outcomes for each student. We offer personalized advising services to help parents manage all aspects of the admissions process with each learner’s specific and unique academic, creative, social and emotional profile at the center of the work.

Our expert advisors provide one-on-one sessions to offer parents an in-depth understanding of the school admissions process. During these sessions, we distill the family’s priorities and the learner’s skills pairing those with what schools are looking for in their applicants. To better understand your child’s academic abilities and presentation skills, we conduct an educational assessment. This assessment helps us identify your child’s strengths and areas for growth, which informs our recommendations for school placement.

With our extensive knowledge of the local, regional and national K-12 landscape, we guide our clientele to create a list that will best meet their child’s needs. We offer detailed advice on what to look for during school tours, provide critical tips for the interview process and develop strategies around accessing the optimal fit environment as your child grows.

Our advisors guide parents on how to best amplify their child’s strengths and capabilities throughout in the admissions process. Our K-12 educational consultants aim to empower parents to make informed decisions and help their child achieve success whether in Lower, Middle, or Upper School.

ADRIANE PAYNE

K-12 Educational Consultant.

ADRIANE PAYNE

Boarding School Consultant

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