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Preschool Child Find

The Preschool Child Find office determines whether preschool-age children (2 through 5 years old) have an educational disability and require special education services.

If you have concerns about your preschool-age child and think they may need special education services...
Please complete the LCPS Preschool Child Find Multi-Purpose Referral Form
or call 571-252-2180 or Email to request an appointment with the Preschool Child Find office.
Scroll to the bottom of this page for more details.

Interested in preschool for your child? Click Here: LCPS Preschool Programs

Free developmental appointments are available for PRESCHOOL children ages 2 (by September 30) to 5 (NOT age-eligible or registered for Kindergarten). Once your child is age-eligible and can be registered for Kindergarten, please contact the school that they will be attending to discuss your concerns.

Don't want an appointment? Just looking for some things to do and/or resources? Check out our 'Helpful Links', 'Helpful Links for Parents of Preschoolers During School Closure', 'While We Are At Home Together', and our 'Preschool Child Find Chat Presentation Series' tabs.

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What is Preschool Child Find?

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Guidelines for Preschool Child Development

Guidelines for Preschool Speech/Language Development

Helpful Links

Helpful Links for Parents of Preschool Children During School Closure

While We Are At Home Together

Preschool Child Find Chat Presentation Series

Preferred Proof of Residency Documents

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I or my child is sick the day of the appointment?

What if I can no longer keep my scheduled appointment or am running late?

How long will it take to get services for my child?

What will the appointment reveal?

How long does the appointment take?

What if the child speaks more than one language or has limited English proficiency?

Can my child's daycare or preschool teacher provide information for the appointment?

How often can I make an appointment?

Can I be with my child during the appointment?

What do I need to bring to the Preschool Child Find appointment?

Who conducts the developmental appointment?

Is there a cost for the appointment?

Where is the Preschool Child Find Office?

How do I schedule a Preschool Child Find appointment for my preschool age child?

Who can refer a child to the Preschool Child Find Office for an appointment?

Which children can come for an appointment?

My child has gone through the process and is eligible for special education services. What now?

My child is over the age of 5 and I have concerns?