KINDERGARTEN READINESS TEST
Although it is best for a trained specialist to administer these screening
tests, we offer online the option for parents or teachers to give this screening
test to their children. Additional suggestions are provided to assist
non-professionals to do this with cautions on the report that the validity and
reliability may be compromised due to the way it was administered. Because it is
scored and reported by an Educational Diagnostician, the child’s performance can
be effectively evaluated if the administrator is careful not to coax or to
overly assist. It can be a good way to pinpoint skills which may need to be
enriched before kindergarten placement. When given before kindergarten
placement, this report specifies which critical skills are mastered and which
ones need additional exposure. Other objectives are also included for ages four
to six years old in other areas of learning.
This is a very comprehensive screening test, examining skills in pre-reading and
math as well as fine motor, language, sequencing, and following directions. The
child must listen to directions, then complete tasks with paper and pencil or
verbally. Some of the tasks can be done in a small group but most are
administered individually. It is an excellent way to better determine if a child
is ready for kindergarten or to know what skills should be enriched before
entrance. This information should be added to what the teacher is observing in
the classroom, how the child works/plays in groups, and other tests which may be
given.
*When done by a specialist (only available in select cities—please contact Dawn
Heil at 847-854-0347 to discuss or return the parent form to the facility), the
results are more objective and valid. It can be a very important piece of the
puzzle when deciding on fall placement.*