GrowSmart Developmental Screening
A fast, credible way for schools to spot which children may need extra support — before small struggles become bigger ones.
What is GrowSmart?
GrowSmart is Cadabam's CDC's developmental screening programme. It sits on top of the curriculum a school already runs — it is not a curriculum and not a replacement for one. It adds an early-screening layer that helps a school understand each child's development across key areas, so the right support can begin early.
How it works
GrowSmart is designed to be low-lift for schools:
- Create a custom room for your school.
- Send the screening to parents — it takes about 30 minutes to complete.
- Our professionals review every response and produce a screening report.
- Programmes are designed based on the results for children who need support.
A school can screen all of its students within about a week — or focus only on individual children the teachers have flagged.
What GrowSmart screens
The screening looks across developmental domains, including:
- Language & communication
- Social skills
- Behaviour
- Sensory processing
- Adaptive / self-help skills
- Cognitive / school-readiness
- Motor skills
Why schools choose GrowSmart
- Clinician-reviewed — every report is reviewed and approved by a qualified professional before it reaches a parent
- A screening aid, not a diagnosis — it flags where a child may need early support without labelling them
- A credible early-intervention story — schools can tell parents "we screen, we understand, we support"
- A clear referral path — for children who need specialist help, the school has a trusted partner
The goal is early understanding
The goal is not labelling children. It's giving teachers and parents a clearer picture, early — so children who need it get support before they fall behind or become disengaged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GrowSmart a diagnosis?
No. GrowSmart is a screening aid. Every report is reviewed by a qualified clinician, but it is not a diagnostic tool and does not diagnose children.
How long does screening take?
The parent screening takes about 30 minutes. A school can screen all of its students within roughly a week.
Does GrowSmart replace our curriculum?
No. GrowSmart sits on top of the curriculum a school already runs. It is not a curriculum and not a replacement for one.
What happens after screening?
Children whose results show they may need support can move into designed programmes — including our School Readiness & Early Intervention Programme.
Does the school need to change its teachers or routine?
No. GrowSmart runs on a phone and needs no new teacher training or curriculum change — it's designed to be low-lift.
Get in touch
If you'd like to bring GrowSmart to your school, contact Cadabam's CDC — we'll set up a custom screening room and walk you through it.
Download the brochure
Download the GrowSmart developmental screening brochure (PDF) to share with your school or keep for reference.
Download brochure (PDF)Prefer an overview of all three programmes in one brochure? Download the combined flyer.
Download the combined programme overview (PDF)