What is an IFSP designed for?

An Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is specifically designed for infants and toddlers from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or disabilities. The primary goal of the IFSP is to provide early intervention services that support the child's development and address the family's needs. This plan emphasizes a family-centered approach, recognizing that the child's development is influenced by the family environment.

The IFSP outlines the services the child and family will receive, the goals they aim to achieve, and how these services will be implemented. By focusing on the early years, the IFSP aims to promote optimal development during a critical period when children are most receptive to learning and growth.

In contrast, the other options do not accurately reflect the age range or target group for which an IFSP is intended. Young children with learning disabilities typically fall outside the age range specified for an IFSP, as do children ages 3 to 21, who are served under different plans such as the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Parents of school-aged children are not the direct focus of the IFSP, although they play an integral role in the implementation of the plan for their young children.