School Health

Is your child starting kindergarten? Check out our healthy start checklist. 

Region of Waterloo Public Health offers many services to schools to create a supportive environment that promotes the well-being of students. Learn about public health services and health enforcement for schools.

Kindergarten healthy start checklist 

Eye exams

• Your child may qualify for free eyeglasses through the Eye See…Eye Learn Program. This is offered through participating eye doctors for all junior and senior kindergarten children.
• Eye exams are free every year under OHIP for children ages 0-19. Learn more on our eye health page.

Dental exams

• Yearly dental check-ups will keep your child’s teeth and gums healthy. These check-ups can catch problems early and prevent pain or infection. 
• Your child may qualify for free dental care. Learn about the available programs on our dental page.

Support your child’s learning and development

• Check your child’s development with the Looksee Checklist. Call Public Health at 519-575-4400 for a free copy. 
• Support learning with healthy eating. The Nutri-eStep survey can help you see if your child’s eating habits are on track. 
• Help your child get ready to start kindergarten on the Ministry of Education website.
  

Report vaccinations to Public Health

• Children attending school (Kindergarten - Grade 12) must have proof of the required vaccinations or a valid exemption on record with Public Health.
• Find out more on our vaccine page.

If you have questions about these programs you can contact Public Health at 519-575-4400.