Early Childhood Screening

Minnesota law requires that all children must have a health and developmental screening before entering kindergarten in a public school. Early Childhood Screening is a free check of how your 3-year-old is growing, developing, and learning. The screening includes a developmental assessment, vision, and hearing testing, height and weight measurement and an immunization and health history review.

The purpose of this FREE screening is to identify children who may need additional time and experiences to be ready for school. The sooner we get started, the more likely your child will begin school with the necessary skills to succeed.

Early Childhood Screening Video

At your child’s screening appointment, a teacher or nurse will check your child’s:

• Vision, hearing, height and weight

• Social and emotional progress and overall development

• Immunizations and health history

Early Childhood development screening helps:

• Parents confirm their child is on track with development

• Connect you with early childhood programs and services

• Answer your parenting questions

Click here to register for an appointment.

Required Forms for Screening

Please bring a copy of your child's birth certificate and immunization records to their screening appointment.