The Schoolhouse Scout

10% off any consultative package

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Allison Lu is a Richmond native and mother of two who knows firsthand how overwhelming the private school admissions process can feel. After navigating it herself, she realized how many families were quietly struggling to make one of the most important decisions of their child’s early life.

With a professional background in recruiting, career coaching, and talent scouting, Allison brings a unique perspective to school placement. She’s spent years helping people identify their strengths, prepare for interviews, and find the right fit—and now she brings that same thoughtful, personalized approach to early education.

Allison founded The Schoolhouse Scout to fill a gap she saw for young families: a calm, supportive, and knowledgeable partner who can walk with them through the preschool and private school search. Through The Schoolhouse Scout, she offers practical insight, emotional reassurance, and a deep understanding of what makes a school truly feel like the right fit.