The Miami-Dade County Public Schools cannot recommend any private psychologists to test children. You should ask your pediatrician, friends, and relatives for referrals and check with local agencies. However, there are certain requirements parents should be aware of in choosing a private psychologist. The private psychologist must be licensed by the State of Florida as a Psychologist or School Psychologist. The psychologist should be experienced in testing children.
All testing begins at the home school.
Q. My child's birthday is right after the cut-off date. The State of Florida requires that a child be five years old to enter kindergarten and six years old to enter first grade with no exceptions. Q. My child is not doing well in school. You and your child's teacher need to make a request to the school Child Study Team to follow through on your concerns. How to Request Assistance .