School-aged Children and Teens

Lakelands Public Health can enjoy life fully when they have good hearing and vision. Getting help early for concerns with hearing and vision is key to a child's success.

By the time most children are four years old, they can communicate well with others. Helping your child develop speech and language skills is important. These skills make it easier to make friends, learn to read, and do well in school and life. 

Lakelands Public Health's Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants visit elementary schools every year to give free oral health screenings to students in kindergarten and grade two. At some schools, we may also screen students in other grades.

Make sure your child has all the required vaccines needed to attend school. In Ontario, the law called the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) says that all students must be fully vaccinated to attend school. Parents are responsible for making sure their child’s immunization record is up-to-date with Lakelands Public Health.

Kindergarten is a special and exciting time in your child’s life. It is normal for both children and parents to have a mix of emotions about starting school. 
School is a place where children play, learn and grow in social,
emotional and academic ways. Learn about how to prepare for a healthy start to kindergarten!

Lakelands Public Health is dedicated to fostering a healthy and safe environment for all students. We encourage a comprehensive approach that covers various aspects of well-being, to ensure that each student has the chance to thrive physically, emotionally, and socially.

Lakelands Public Health believes that feeding young minds and bodies is very important for learning, growth, and play. Our team works to provide parents, caregivers, and educators with the knowledge and resources they need to ensure children get the nutrients and energy required to thrive.