Bluebird Psychology offers gifted assessments for various educational programming options, including GATE and Westmount. But when it comes to identifying gifted children, one of the most frequently asked questions we get from parents is “what is the minimum IQ for giftedness"? Having this cutoff score helps clarify how schools and specialized programs determine eligibility. In Calgary, this cutoff score can be a little confusing for parents because the answer is, “it depends.” Read below to learn more about what IQ scores are and what the minimum IQ score for giftedness is, depending on your program of interest.

Calgary families frequently seek IQ testing and cognitive assessments for children and teens. These assessments are often used for application to specialized schools and programs in the city, such as Westmount Charter School and the CBE GATE Program. They are also used for programming in traditional classroom settings. This guide will walk you through all the “ins and outs” of IQ testing, including what an IQ test is and what you can expect during the assessment process.

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Every child is unique, with a set of individual talents and capabilities that contribute to their personal growth and development. As parents, it's natural to want to support and nurture your child's strengths. If you’ve noticed that your child is excelling academically and bored in school, one valuable tool in understanding and fostering your child's abilities is a gifted assessment.

Gifted children have many unique traits that set them apart from their peers. If you are a parent or a teacher, it is important to understand the characteristics of a gifted child so that you can provide the appropriate support and guidance.