Questions to Ask Families When Developing Teaching and Intervention Plans

Use this list of helpful questions to ask families when creating IFSP and IEP plans.

• What are the child's strengths and interests?
• What are your concerns about your child's development?
• What have you tried so far to support your child's learning?
• How does your child learn best?
• What goals do you have for your child in the next year?
• What supports do you think your child needs to reach those goals?
• How can we best communicate with you?
• Do you have any questions for us?

These questions can guide discussions to ensure that families' insights and concerns are considered in planning appropriate interventions.