Ensure legal compliance and reduce risk
PLACE reviews IEPs and evaluation practices for alignment with IDEA requirements, including timelines, documentation, service delivery, and eligibility decisions—helping divisions identify and address compliance concerns proactively.

Improve the quality and impact of IEPs
Our audits go beyond surface-level checks to examine whether IEPs are meaningful and instructionally sound. We evaluate the clarity and measurability of goals, alignment of services to student needs, and the appropriateness of accommodations and supports.

Identify gaps and inconsistencies across schools or teams
Divisions often discover variation in practices across buildings or staff. PLACE helps identify where systems are working well, where improvement is needed, and how to ensure equitable and consistent support for students district-wide.

Strengthen student outcomes
Audits focus on whether IEPs are leading to progress. We analyze student growth, service implementation, and the effectiveness of supports to ensure plans are truly meeting student needs.

Support and develop staff
Our findings help divisions pinpoint areas for targeted professional development, clearer procedures, improved tools, or additional supports—reducing staff frustration and increasing confidence in practice.

Prepare for growth, transitions, or change
Divisions often engage PLACE when onboarding new staff, revising procedures, expanding programs, or responding to parent concerns. Our audits provide a clear roadmap for thoughtful, sustainable improvement.

Provide an objective, trusted perspective
As an independent partner, PLACE offers an unbiased review that builds credibility with families, staff, and the community—supporting transparency and shared trust.