Parents often come with the question: is the child ready for the foreign school they have chosen, or would it be better to improve their language and subjects first? It's hard to give an answer off the top of your head. Grades in the report card reflect the previous curriculum, but they don't show how the student will cope with studying in another language, at a different pace, and with unfamiliar requirements. Our assessment is designed to give you the full picture and make a decision based on facts.
The Scope and Method of the Assessment
We look at several areas. First of all, language: reading comprehension, speaking, writing, and the ability to understand an explanation. Then subjects: mathematics, sciences, humanities — depending on age and plans. We also assess study skills: how the student approaches an unfamiliar task, how long they can hold their attention, whether they can check their own work, and what they do when they don't understand the instructions. These qualities don't show up in grades, but they often determine how smoothly the transition will go.
The assessment is one-on-one. The student completes tasks similar in format to schoolwork: tests, written assignments, oral answers, and problems requiring logic and comprehension. We observe how they work, ask questions, and ask them to explain their solutions. If an error is caused by language, we note that as a language issue. With the parents, we discuss previous study experience, goals, and timelines so that the assessment is grounded in the family's real situation.
The Written Report and Follow-Up Recommendations
Based on the results, the family receives a written report. It describes what the student knows and can do now, where the gaps are, which requirements of the chosen school are already met, and which are not yet. We don't give grades for their own sake. What matters more is understanding how much time and how many lessons will be needed to close the gap, and where to begin. If a school has not yet been chosen, the report helps narrow down the list and avoid applying to places where the chances are slim.
Based on the assessment, we give recommendations. These cover the programme, pace, and format of study, and the amount of preparation. Sometimes a few weeks of language work are enough; sometimes students need to work through subject topics in order before sitting an exam. Parents can see the priorities and can plan their budget and time. If additional preparation is required, we propose a concrete plan.
When an Assessment Is Most Useful
It is useful to have such an assessment before admission, when transferring to a new school, before starting a language course, and after several months of study to check progress. It takes little time but saves months of trial and error. The student gets a clear starting point; the family can make a confident decision.