Child Development

Eight months into the Ministry of Health's child development reform, officials have withheld waiting time data as queues for therapies stretch across months, drawing criticism from professionals and patient advocates.

The transition from kindergarten to school requires children to adapt to a new framework, rules, and new friends. From a preliminary tour of the school and restrooms, to practicing the safe route and changing sleep schedules - here is how to prepare them for first grade.

Data from the education system ahead of the 2026/27 school year reveals that every seventh student is eligible for special services. Many parents are debating which tests are required before moving to school. Experts map out the existing diagnoses and explain who to contact.