What is a developmental review?
In Lewisham every child between 7-11 months is invited in via their parent or carer for a developmental review. This is routine appointment to check how your baby is growing, learning and developing. To aid the developmental review, an Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3™) will be completed with yourself and the health professional. We will also weigh and measure your baby, so please remember your baby’s red book.
ASQ-3™ what is it?
Your baby will be offered a 7-11 month developmental review; these are normally held in one of our locations such as a health centre or at your home. The ASQ-3™ focuses on your child’s development in 5 main areas: communication, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, problem-solving and personal-social skills.
What happens if my child scores low on the ASQ-3™?
Every child develops at a different rate and as a health visiting service we can support you to help your baby reach their full potential and enjoy learning and development through play. However, if it is thought a more thorough assessment is required our team can refer to the most appropriate service for specialist support.
You do not have to wait until a scheduled developmental review to raise concerns regarding your child’s development, you can attend one of our baby hub clinics, call our duty line or speak to your GP.
Lewisham Family Information Service (FIS) provide free advice to Lewisham families with
children for:
The Lewisham Family Information Service (FIS) offers free information, advice and guidance on:
- Information, support and activities for children, young people and families in Lewisham.
- Access the Family Information and Services Directory.
- Childcare/ Free early years education
- Learn about Family Hubs
- Access specialist support, including the Family Information Service and Educational Psychology Team.
