School Physicals In Westmont, IL

• Grades: kindergarten or first grade entry, sixth grade, ninth grade, preschool entry, and any new school enrollment
• Form: the IDPH Certificate of Child Health Examination
• Timing: within one year before school entry for the kindergarten or first-grade exam. IDPH notes proof may be presented to the school by October 15 of the year it is required
• New since 2025: the form includes social-emotional and developmental screening. IDPH says a child is not excluded from school if the provider does not complete that portion

Schools may set earlier deadlines. Check with your school or district before you plan your visit.

We review your child’s health history, medicines and allergies. We measure height, weight, blood pressure and pulse, and check vision. A provider examines your child, including heart, lungs and growth, and may check for common concerns such as scoliosis.

We look over your child’s vaccine record against the CDC schedule and tell you if anything is due. Some vaccines may be available; see immunizations and call ahead to confirm stock. Then we complete and sign the form.

Bring with you

• The Certificate of Child Health Examination, parent section completed
• Your child’s vaccine record
• A list of medicines and allergies
• Glasses or contacts, if used
• Your insurance card

A school physical is a check-up. If your child has trouble breathing, blue lips, a seizure, a head injury with vomiting or confusion, or cannot be woken normally, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. These are emergency signs listed by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

• Sports physicals, often done at the same visit
• Physical exams for camp forms
• Kids urgent visits for sick children
• TB testing if your school requests it

Before each school year we see families from Clarendon Hills, IL, Hinsdale, IL, Willowbrook, IL, Darien, IL and Downers Grove, IL. Hinsdale, IL is about 2.4 miles east of our Cass Ave clinic (straight-line), and Clarendon Hills, IL is about 1 mile east.

Families in Westmont, IL can see our Westmont, IL service area page.

Many insurance plans cover a yearly child checkup. Coverage for a school form visit varies, so call your insurer and our office at (630) 324-6825. See the cost and insurance page for our accepted plans.

You can also use our self-pay pricing.

Which grades need a physical in Illinois?

Kindergarten or first grade entry, sixth grade and ninth grade, plus preschool entry and new school enrollment, per IDPH.

Can the school physical and sports physical be done together?

Often, yes. Bring both forms.

Do I need an appointment?

No. Walk in, or check in online.

Should my child still see their pediatrician?

Yes. A pediatrician tracks growth and development over time. Please share our exam results with them.