Child development worries

Who to contact if you think your child is not developing appropriately.

Children are individuals and do not develop at the same time or way. You can check in the first instance with your health visitor or GP about any worries you have about your child.  They would be able to refer you to a specialist should this be necessary.

Your child may go to pre-school groups and you may be able to air your concerns there.

Pre-school teacher counsellors can be contacted if you have worries about motor skills, poor communication and developmental delay.

Local support

• Oxfordshire County Council :01865 456722
• Health: Find your nearest GP: Health visitors are accessible health professionals in the community. Contacting your local surgery or health centre will put you in touch with a health visitor who can visit you at home. Health visitors are subject to a professional code of conduct which requires them to act in your best interest.