SCHOOL ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

What does an admissions consultant do?

A school admissions (or placement) consultant offers professional advice and performs school research to explore all possible options: public schools including charter and option programs, independent schools, and faith-based schools. Through student interviews, parent meetings, and assessment of a student 's profile, a consultant can identify appropriate educational settings in which students will thrive.

Why use a consultant?

The myriad of school choices available can be overwhelming, and finding a match for your child may feel challenging. Consultants can guide families through the details of the admissions process, save them significant time in researching schools, and increase the likelihood of a successful school search.

Why choose Verge?

Experience and expertisePatti has had a long career of supporting and educating people, and she has experience on both sides of the admissions desk and a deep understanding of the process. From her days of creating her own extensive spreadsheets about preschool options for her children, to navigating their public and private school admissions, to her many years reviewing admissions profiles as a Head of School, Patti's experience is deep and valuable. Supporting you and your choices One of the great things about the Seattle area is how many school options there are. It's also one of the difficult things, as the vast admissions landscape can be overwhelming. With extensive and keen knowledge of local independent and public schools -- from preschool through high school -- Patti can guide your family through the options.
Partnering with students and families Patti sees the consultant's role as supporting both the student and their family in the school search process. In our sessions, we will explore your hopes and needs for your school experience to help you reach the goal of finding a school that is the best match for your student.

What's included?

  • Verge offers a range of services, from a one-time consultation to full, ongoing support of the admissions process from exploration to decision day. We can customize a plan based on your family's needs.

  • A full package includes the following:

  • Review
  • Student’s educational history, interests, extracurricular activities, and goals
  • Family profile
  • Student essays and parent/guardian statements
  • Admission decisions and discuss options
Advise
  • Nuances and expectations of the admission process
  • Financial aid options
  • Interview tips
  • Following up on visits and interviews
Recommend
  • Public (including option schools, charter schools, and programs within schools, such as IB)
  • Independent schools
  • Religiously affiliated schools
  • Summer or school-year enrichment programs
Provide
  • Personalized guidance on application preparation and testing timeline
  • Consultations in person and/or by phone, video/audio conferencing, email
  • Help with planning a school visit schedule
  • Assistance with decision-making after admission letters
See our Admissions Consulting Services packages here.

  • PRE-SCHOOL

    Verge can help you navigate the many preschool philosophies and choices in the Seattle area.

  • K-5

    Elementary school is an important foundational time. Verge can help find the right match and school community for your family.

  • MIDDLE SCHOOL

    Adolescents are their own people, who become highly focused on identifying with their peers while still needing parent/guardian support and guidance. Verge can help you find the middle school program that will strengthen and stretch your student.

  • HIGH SCHOOL

    Students entering high school are likely to have a strong sense of what they want and need for their last few years of K-12 schooling. Verge can help you find the right environment for this phase of their educational journey.