6 to 8 years
6 to 8 years
Yearly checkups on growth, school, sleep and activity.
Typical visits: Yearly
On the Milestone Path
Where this stage sits.
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Well-child visit
6 to 18 years (yearly checkup)
What usually happens
A yearly checkup on growth and vision, a talk about school, sleep and mood, and private time for older children and teens.
What to bring
Forms for school or sports, your child’s questions and your record.
Parents often ask about
School, friendships, sleep, activity, online life and changes to the body.
Immunisations commonly discussed
Tdap and HPV are commonly discussed at about 11 to 12 years, with other teen immunisations and a yearly flu vaccine.
Your clinician sets the plan that fits your child.
What usually happens
A yearly checkup with growth, vision and hearing, a conversation about school, friends and sleep, and forms for school or sports if needed.
What to bring
Forms for school, clubs or sports, and any notes from teachers.
Parents often ask about
Reading and learning, friendships, activity, sleep and screen habits.
Immunisations commonly discussed
A yearly flu vaccine is often discussed. Your clinician reviews your child’s record at each visit.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Talk to your child’s clinician about your child. In an emergency, call your local emergency services.
At this age children can start to take part in their own visit. We talk to your child directly about sleep, food and feelings, and to you about everything else.
