SEND support in early years
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Reviewing your child's progress
Children are usually offered a health and development review between the ages of 2 and 3. These reviews help parents, carers and professionals understand how a child is developing and identify any additional support they may need.
2-year progress check
Early years providers must review a child's progress when they are aged between 2 and 3 years.
The review focuses on:
- communication and language
- physical development
- personal, social and emotional development
Parents and carers will receive a summary of their child's progress, including their strengths and any areas where additional support may be needed.
Health and development review
Children are also usually offered a review through the Healthy Child Programme by a health visitor.
The review looks at:
- speech, language and communication
- learning and development
- physical health and growth
- behaviour and social development
- hearing and vision
The review helps identify any concerns early and ensures families can access the right support if needed.
Last updated 15 October 2026