9 to 12 years
9 to 12 years
Growing up. Visits begin to cover body changes, school stress and independence.
Typical visits: Yearly
On the Milestone Path
Where this stage sits.
The highlighted stops are the visits that belong to this stage. Select any stop to see its summary.
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 that includes growth, vision and a private moment for your child to ask questions. Your clinician talks about changes that are coming and how to handle them.
What to bring
Your child’s questions, school or sports forms and your immunisation record.
Parents often ask about
Body changes, sleep, friendships, online life and starting middle school.
Immunisations commonly discussed
Tdap and HPV are commonly discussed around 11 to 12 years, along with other adolescent immunisations. Your clinician confirms what your child needs.
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.
Around this age, children often want a little more say in their own care. We make space for that, and you stay close by.
The visit at 11 or 12 is a good time to talk about immunisations for the teen years.
