"Child find" refers to the process of locating, identifying, and evaluating children with disabilities to ensure that they receive services to which they are entitled. Children and youth, ages birth to 21, living in the Seattle School District, who are suspected of having a disability may be referred for a possible evaluation to determine if they are eligible for special education services.

Who to Contact

Preschool children: If you are aware of a preschooler, from birth through 5 years old, who has or may have a developmental disability, please call 206-252-0805.

School age children and youth: If you have a child already in a Seattle Public School who may be in need of special education services, please call the school directly and ask to speak with the School Psychologist assigned there or express your concern to your child's teacher, counselor, or principal.

Transfer students: If your preschooler or student is transferring into Seattle Public Schools and has received special education from another district, please report this information to the staff at the enrollment center or call 206-252-0890.

Students in private schools: If a student attends a private school and resides in the Seattle School District, he or she may be referred for a possible evaluation and, if eligible, receive special education services at a public school site. If you suspect a private school student is in need of special education services, call 206-252-0823.

Updated August 3, 2006