What is the purpose of an IFSP?

• A. To evaluate school readiness for kindergarten.
• B. To plan family-centered early intervention services supporting the child’s development and family goals.
• C. To determine eligibility for tuition assistance.
• D. To assign a classroom placement.

Answer: (B)

The purpose of an IFSP is to plan family-centered early intervention services that support the child’s development while aligning with the family’s goals. It focuses on the child’s current development, family priorities, and the specific services and supports needed, arranged to fit into the family’s daily routines and natural environments. The plan identifies who will provide services, how often, and how progress will be reviewed and updated, always with the family’s involvement and coordination by a service coordinator. This is distinct from activities like evaluating kindergarten readiness, determining tuition eligibility, or assigning classroom placements, which are handled in different systems and contexts.