Neurodiverse + Learning difference

 Our educational consultants specialize in assisting families of bright, aspiring students with learning differences in the areas of academic, attentional, language-based/dyslexia, executive functioning, and ADD/ADHD. 

Additionally, we provide boarding and day school placements for: 

• Student-athletes in search of an environment where they can thrive academically and athletically.
• Gifted and/or twice-exceptional students who are bright with unique educational needs.
• Students with social pragmatic gaps who need an educational setting that challenges them and supports their development. 

We’ll help your child find a school that supports their unique needs and learning style so that they can thrive in every aspect of their educational experience.

Bowdre Consulting supports neurodiverse students navigate the college planning and admissions process. Finding the best fit college or school can be a daunting task for students and their families. Here, at Bowdre Consulting, we apply our extensive knowledge of Student Disability Support Services Offices around the country as we work to identify schools that would optimize the student’s unique strengths and meet their individual challenges. 

In addition to the services, we provide to students and families throughout the College Planning process, there are unique elements that need to be included in College Planning for neurodiverse students including:

• Developing a college list consisting of schools that meet the student’s accommodation needs

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• Identifying Basic, Moderate, and Comprehensive Support Services, by college

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• Guiding the student on how to obtain ACT / SAT testing accommodations

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• Review student’s most current testing and advise family if the document is sufficient and current enough for the student to meet college’s documentation requirements to apply for accommodations

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• Identifying assistive technology to help student succeed academically

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• Guidance on interviewing Student Disability Support Services Office on campus

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• Educating student on differences between high school and college for students who are neurodiverse

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• Help student learn to effectively advocate for themselves and their needs

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• If appropriate, recommend academic and vocational alternatives to a four-year college, or help develop a transition plan to meet a student’s long-term educational goals