Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE): Comprehensive Assessments to Support Student Success & Educational Planning

Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)

Whole Mind Psychological Services provides independent educational evaluations, psychoeducational assessments, counseling support, and school psychologist services to help families gain a deeper understanding of a student’s learning needs, strengths, and educational challenges. Our IEE services offer an objective and comprehensive evaluation to support informed decisions about a student’s academic development and appropriate educational support.

An Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) can help identify:
Learning differences that may affect academic performance and classroom progress
Cognitive, academic, or processing challenges that impact learning
Attention, memory, and executive functioning concerns
Educational needs that may require specialized support or accommodations
A student’s strengths and abilities to guide effective learning strategies

We provide families with an independent perspective and detailed evaluation results that can help clarify a student’s educational needs. Our recommendations are designed to support collaboration between families, schools, and professionals while ensuring students receive appropriate resources and services.

Every student deserves an accurate understanding of how they learn best. With a thorough independent evaluation, families can make informed decisions and create a stronger path toward academic growth, confidence, and success.

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Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE): Understanding Learning Needs & Creating the Right Educational Support Plan

When questions arise about a student’s learning progress or educational support, an independent evaluation can provide valuable insight and clarity. Our comprehensive IEE services help families better understand a student’s academic profile, learning challenges, and areas of strength.

Through detailed assessment, professional analysis, and personalized recommendations, we help families and schools develop effective strategies that support student learning, appropriate accommodations, and long-term educational success.

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What Our Clients Say

Our daughter was a high-performing and engaged student, but was challenged with standard classroom environments and ways of learning. The assessment process was incredibly thorough, supportive, and empowering, and the recommendations translated directly into practical classroom strategies. Today, our daughter is thriving with confidence and a love of learning at college!

Rhonda M.

It was a pleasure working with Michelle. She was professional and diligent in meeting the needs of our schools. Michelle hit the road running and was instrumental in ensuring that our schools remained compliant with state and federal regulations. Her services are highly recommended, and I hope I get the chance to work with her in the future.

Colleague

What sets Michelle apart is how she presents complex findings in a way that families truly understand. I’ve sat in meetings where parents arrived anxious and overwhelmed, and left feeling informed, reassured, and empowered. She has a rare ability to balance clinical depth with warmth and clarity.

Andres Zamora,
Summit Public Schools

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)?

An Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) is an evaluation completed by a qualified professional who is not employed by the school district. It provides an objective assessment of a student’s learning needs, abilities, and areas where additional educational support may be needed.

Why might a family request an IEE?

Families may request an IEE when they want a second opinion, additional information, or a more detailed understanding of their child’s educational needs. It can help provide clarity when making decisions about services, accommodations, or learning support.

What areas can an IEE evaluate?

An IEE may assess areas such as cognitive abilities, academic skills, learning differences, attention, memory, processing abilities, and other factors that influence a student’s educational experience.

How is an IEE different from a school evaluation?

A school evaluation is completed by the school system, while an IEE is conducted independently by an outside professional. An IEE provides another perspective and may offer additional insight into a student’s strengths, challenges, and support needs.

How can an IEE help my child at school?

The results of an IEE can provide recommendations for educational strategies, accommodations, and support services. These insights can help families and schools better understand how to support the student’s learning and development.

What happens after an Independent Educational Evaluation is completed?

After the evaluation, families receive a detailed report explaining the findings and recommendations. The information can be used to support educational planning, discussions with schools, and decisions about appropriate services for the student.