A free check on how your child is getting on.
Answer questions about what you see at home. At the end you'll know which areas are worth a closer look, and whom to see about them. You can keep a copy of every question and answer.
- Free
- About 10 to 20 minutes
- Saved on this device as you go
- Never names a condition
What this screening is
- For any child, from birth into adult life. Questions follow your child's age in months, so a baby and a teenager get very different questions.
- About everyday life. Talking, play, movement, attention, learning, senses, feelings, self-care and safety.
- A pointer, not a verdict. It tells you which areas to look at and which professional can help.
What it is not
This screening does not diagnose any condition, and it is not a medical or psychological assessment. Only a qualified professional who meets your child can do that. A result that shows no concerns does not rule anything out. If you are still worried, please see a doctor.
See a doctor straight away if your child
- has stopped using words, sounds or skills they used to have
- has had a fit, a seizure or an unexplained collapse
- seems not to hear, or doesn't respond to sounds at all
- has stopped eating or drinking, or is losing weight
In an emergency, call 112.
Questions about the screening
Is this a diagnosis?
No. It points you to the areas worth a closer look and the professional to see. Only a qualified professional who meets your child can diagnose.
Why doesn't it tell me if my child is autistic, or has ADHD?
Because a questionnaire can't know that, and a wrong answer either way can cost a family time, money or peace of mind. In India a diagnosis also leads to official certificates and benefits, which need a proper assessment.
How do I get a copy of my answers?
At the end you can download a PDF with every question and your answer, send a summary to yourself or a doctor on WhatsApp, email it to yourself, or save it to the KAFL app.
What if I'm not sure of an answer?
Press "Not sure, skip". A skipped question is better than a guess, and it is never counted.
Can I stop and come back?
Yes. Your answers are kept on this phone or computer as you go. Come back to this page and press "Carry on".
Who sees my answers?
Only you, unless you choose to send or save them. Nothing leaves this device until you do.
Where do the questions come from?
Each question is linked to published developmental research. Press "Why we ask this" under any question to see the reason and the reference.
Can an adult take it for themselves?
Not yet. Today it is answered by a parent, guardian or carer, including for adult sons and daughters. A version for adults to answer themselves is planned.
