From January 1, 2025, a compulsory medical examination will be introduced for children aged 6.
- The objective of this new examination is to ensure complete monitoring and early detection of possible developmental disorders.
- There are questions on social and motor skills such as: “Can you hop three to five times?”, “Can you talk while respecting speaking turns?”, or even “Knows how to make friends and keep ?”.
- If three “no” answers are checked in two different colored fields, referral to a Coordination and Orientation Platform (PCO) is recommended for in-depth diagnosis and personalized monitoring.
This new examination, recommended by the High Council for Public Health (HCSP), aims to ensure complete monitoring and early detection of possible developmental disorders. In return, the examination currently scheduled before the end of the first month will be canceled, with the condition that appointments at 15 days and 1 month will always be maintained to guarantee the follow-up of newborns.
Questions to better understand development
The exam includes a questionnaire that explores different facets of child development. There are questions on social and motor skills such as: “Can you hop three to five times?”, “Can dialogue while respecting the speaking turn?”or even “Knows how to make friends and keep them?”. Other questions concern its ability to “recognize the emotional state of others and react accordingly” or to “maintain your attention for ten minutes on an activity or task without reframing”. If three “no” answers are checked in two different colored fields, referral to a Coordination and Orientation Platform (PCO) is recommended for in-depth diagnosis and personalized monitoring.
A comprehensive assessment of the child’s health
In addition to these aspects, the questionnaire also addresses essential medical points such as height, weight, visual and hearing health, as well as dental health. Questions on lifestyle habits complete this assessment, in particular “How many hours does the child sleep per night?”, “How much time does he spend in front of a screen each day?”And “Does he practice regular physical activity?”. This examination, combining overall development and health, marks an important step in providing support adapted to the needs of children and their well-being.
