Kristin Ryder
Independent school consultant for Denver families, preschool to high school
| Hourly rate range | $170 to $310 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Parents and Students |
| Based in | Denver, Colorado, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member |
| Practice | Ryder Educational Consulting |
Kristin Ryder is an independent educational consultant in Denver, Colorado. She helps families choose schools for their children, from preschool through high school. She has over 30 years in education as a teacher, administrator and admissions director. Her most recent role was Director of Admissions at Graland Country Day School. She runs Ryder Educational Consulting and also helps with boarding school searches, moves to Denver, and school-related challenges.
What Kristin helps with
Kristin helps families sort through school options and find a good fit for their child. She also supports families who are new to Denver and students facing challenges at school.
- Choosing a school from preschool to high school
- Narrowing down private school options in Denver
- Searching for a boarding school
- Finding schools for families moving to Denver
- Matching a school to a child's strengths and challenges
- Handling school-related challenges as a student advocate
Who Kristin works with
Kristin works with parents and students who are choosing a school. Her clients include families in Denver looking at schools from preschool to high school. She also helps families who are new to the city and families exploring boarding schools.
Background and qualifications
Kristin has spent over 30 years in education. She started as a classroom teacher and later worked as an administrator. Most recently she was Director of Admissions at Graland Country Day School. This work gave her deep knowledge of the local school system in Denver. She now uses that experience as an independent educational consultant. She is a Professional member of the IECA.
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Programs and services
- School choice consulting
- Relocation support for families new to Denver
- Student advocacy
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The CoachVouch take
She is a former Director of Admissions at Graland Country Day School with over 30 years in education.
Best for Denver families who want help choosing a school for their child, from preschool to high school.
Common questions
How much does Kristin Ryder charge?
Coaching with Kristin runs $170 to $310 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Kristin Ryder help with?
Kristin Ryder helps with choosing a school from preschool to high school, narrowing down private school options in Denver, searching for a boarding school and finding schools for families moving to Denver.
Is Kristin Ryder certified?
Kristin Ryder lists: IECA Professional member.
Does Kristin Ryder help families who are moving to Denver?
Yes. She offers relocation support to help families new to Denver find the right schools for their children.
Does Kristin Ryder help with boarding school searches?
Yes. She works with students and parents on boarding and private school admissions.
How do I contact Kristin Ryder?
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