What is the purpose of an Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP)?

The Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP) is specifically designed to address the needs of infants and toddlers with disabilities, along with their families, in the context of early intervention services. The IFSP emphasizes a family-centered approach, focusing on the unique needs of both the child and their family to promote development and learning during critical early years.

This plan serves to identify the services required to support the child’s growth and development in various developmental areas. By incorporating the family into the intervention process, the IFSP aims to empower families, helping them to understand the available resources and how they can support their child's developmental journey.

The other options do not accurately reflect the purpose of an IFSP. The plan is not limited to support for school-aged children, does not focus on standardized testing, and is not concerned with tracking attendance and behavior in the way that might be relevant for a school setting. Its primary function is to facilitate early intervention for young children and to support their families in that process.