Childfind

Child Find Program

The goal of the Child Find program is to ensure all children who need early intervention are located, identified, and referred. While the primary purpose is to identify children who may require early intervention, we encourage and invite any family to participate if they would like to check the developmental level of their child/children. We also recommend participation for all children who will enter Kindergarten the following year.

Hood Canal School District provides free Child Find screenings for preschool-age (3 to 5) children who reside in our district.

Do You Have Concerns About Your Child's Development?

Consider participating in Child Find if your child has:

  • A medical condition interfering with growth and/or learning

  • Hearing or vision problems

  • Difficulty being understood by people outside of the family

  • Trouble keeping up with other children the same age

  • Social-emotional difficulties that interfere with learning

Areas Screened by Child Find

Child Find screens the developmental progress of preschool-age children in several areas, including:

  • Vision

  • Hearing

  • Speech/Language

  • Motor Coordination

  • Learning Skills

  • Social and Emotional Behaviors

Preparing for the Screening

  • Duration: The screening takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour.

  • Attire: Please bring children in play-type clothes and shoes, as there is running and jumping involved in the screening.

  • Screening Areas: The screening includes assessments in concepts, motor skills, speech, and hearing.

Contact Information

If you have additional questions or would like to schedule a screening for a preschool child (age 3 to 5), please contact:

If your child is younger than 3 and you have concerns about their development, please contact:

  • Thurston/Mason County South Sound Parent to Parent Network

  • Phone: 360.352.1126