Preschool evaluations are a whole different world, and in this episode, I chat with Erin MacIntyre about what makes assessing three and four-year-olds so unique.

We talk about how play-based assessments can reveal just as much as standardised tests, how to work effectively with families who are part of the process, and what makes a great multidisciplinary team tick.

Erin also shares the three key areas she focuses on when evaluating cognition in preschoolers, along with her top advice for new school psychs stepping into early childhood.

It’s full of practical insight, gentle reminders, and a real appreciation for the power of teamwork in early education.

Here are the highlights:

Why preschool assessments are never a one-person job (01:40)

The art of working with families during evaluations (04:20)

Play-based tools that tell you more than test scores (06:30)

How to assess cognition through play and observation (09:20)

The three cognitive areas every preschool psych should look for (14:00)

Why team communication makes or breaks your process (17:40)

Simple ways to strengthen your multidisciplinary team (21:00)

Resources every new preschool psych should know about (22:40)

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The information and advice provided are for guidance purposes only, and all listeners are required to follow federal and state law, as well as their school district guidelines and policies.

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