APS Child Find in Early Childhood

Child Find

Child Find is a part of the individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that requires states to identify, locate, and evaluate all children with disabilities ages three to 21 who are in need of special education services.

Questions about childfind please contact Special Education, it will reroute you to special education, scroll down to childfind, click on button and fill out the form.

Who should be screened?

Children who:

• Have parents/guardians with concerns about their development (concerns about child's speaking, understanding of language, learning, eye-hand coordination, movement, socialization, hearing, vision, or other reasons).
• Are 3 years old, but still younger than kindergarten age (5 years old before Sept. 1st.)
• Are residents of the Albuquerque Public School District.

 What will happen at the screening?

• Screening takes about 45 minutes. The screener will play with your child using developmental screening tools.
• You will be asked questions about things your child may do at home or in childcare.
• Children will have their vision and hearing checked.

What will happen after the screening?

The screener and parent will talk about the outcome of the screening and any next steps to take. This may include further evaluation(s) or referrals to other community services.

How does a screening get scheduled?

Please call the APS Child find office at (505) 855-9930 or email childfind@aps.edu to get the process started. All screenings, evaluations, and services are at no cost. 

This page was last updated on: November 3, 2022.