Fees vary depending upon the service requested.  During our initial intake session, we will determine a plan moving forward.  Just as in finding the right fit, we are most focused on offering the best service(s) for your family.  

Below is a description of some of the packages offered: 

Comprehensive Plan: 

The Comprehensive Plan is the most cost effective for someone going through the independent school search as it guarantees a partner throughout the entire process.  Includes unlimited meetings via phone, virtually or in-person which are tailored to your student and family’s specific needs with the goal of making it a smooth, educational and positive experience for all. 

Includes:  

• A personalized timeline for the school application process  
• Identification of different school philosophies and potential fits 
• Provide referrals for local psychologists and/or specialists in the area   
• Suggestions for parents and students on interviewing techniques and questions 
• Interview prep offered for older students   
• Content and editing help with school essays / application questions 
• Less than 24 hour responses to phone calls, email and/or text support in answering questions throughout the process 
• Reminders about dates and deadlines    
•  A preliminary assessment of your child to see if they need enrichment or support; additional testing with area psychologist; test prep support, etc   
• A tutoring network for enrichment or support 
•  Help in identifying the right person to speak with at each school 
•  Discussion of correct interview dress codes for child, teen and or parent    
• Contact schools on your behalf to give and get feedback   
• Advocate on your behalf at schools of choice   
• Help families mid-year, if transferred to the Charlotte area or new school  
• Work with families and or caregivers on appropriate developmental standards 
• Area preschool recommendations/contacts 
• Recommendations/contacts for local specialists including, but not limited to, Speech & Language and Occupational Therapists and tutors. 

The cost of this plan is $1,200 (with additional fees for multiple children). However, depending on the admission cycle for schools this fee may be prorated.  Let's talk to see how we can tailor a package for you. 

Educational Planning:
An educational planning session is a conference designed to help you:

•     Identify your child’s strengths and challenges
•    Create a plan for moving forward
•    Determine strategies designed to meet the educational and social-emotional
•    needs of your child
•    Explore new ideas in thinking about your child’s schooling and well-being
•    Work to develop a time-line as to best time to begin the school search process

The planning session is about taking a more holistic approach in thinking about who your child is and what they need moving forward, so that you can assess their strengths and challenges, and ultimately support their interests and passions along the way. These sessions are for parents, preschool through high school, considering or in public, private or parochial school environments. A school list is included.

The cost of this educational consult is $300 (This plan may be packaged with further phone consults and or credited with comprehensive plan upgrade). 

Public School Consultation:
A Public School consultation can include:

   Review of different types of public elementary K-5 and K-8 schools, such as:

•     Neighborhood schools
•     Charters, including independent and affiliated (neighborhood) charters
•     Magnets, including gifted magnets
•     Language Immersion Schools
•     Discuss family goals and interests
•    Consultation regarding your child’s current school situation, if needed
•    Customized school list with an in-depth description of  schools to focus on

Hourly rates apply: $200/hr  

Rush Relocation

This service was developed especially for those relocating to the Charlotte area or for those
who need an emergency mid-year placement, this service includes:

•    A one-hour phone conference
•    Discuss of family goals and interests
•    Review of school report card, IQ testing, IEP and/or educational assessment, if needed
•    A general discussion of your school options
•    Research into and discussion of appropriate placements and/or neighborhoods
•    Consultation regarding your child’s current school situation, if needed
•    Information on different educational approaches
•    Customized school list, including documentation with an in-depth description of each school
•    Inquiries and application requests on behalf of the family

Hourly rates apply: $200/hr  

Spring Consultations:

Speaking Engagements:

School Workshops for Students: