School & Sports Physicals

Regular checkups keep students healthy so they can do well in school

School Sports Physicals

Regular checkups keep students healthy so they can do well in school. The CDC has found that healthy students are better learners.

What to Expect at a Back-to-School Physical Appointment

Chicago Public Schools requires a medical exam for students in Pre-K, Kindergarten, 6th and 9th grade, or who have changed schools. To complete the exam an appointment is required. The school physical form will be completed at the visit.

At the appointment, the provider will give your child a complete checkup including:

  • Measure your child’s height, weight, blood pressure and pulse
  • Check your child’s eyes, ears, nose throat, lymph nodes, heart lungs and abdomen for any abnormalities
  • Assess your child’s neck, spine shoulders, arms, wrists, elbows, knees, legs and feet
  • Check hearing and vision
  • Blood tests may be required
  • Make sure your child has his/her updated immunizations (please bring the
    immunization record with you)
  • Review your medical history
  • Ask you and your child about any concerns you may have about his/her wellbeing
  • Give you guidance on preventive care and healthy lifestyle choices

Chicago Public Schools’ deadline to receive completed school physicals is Oct. 14.

School Physicals & Other Form Request FAQs

The process for dental exams is a little different. Children entering Kindergarten, 2nd, 6th and 9th grade need dental exams. The deadline to complete dental exams is not until May 15, 2024. Note: plan to schedule routine dental visits every 6 months.

Well Child Physicals should take place at the following ages: 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 15 months, 18 months, 24 months and 30 months and yearly for age 3 and older.
For School Physical or Day Care forms, if Well Child Physical is up to date, we will complete form in 3-5 business days. If not, please make an appointment for your child.
Yes. Parent or guardian must sign history section (IHSA Pre-participation Physical Evaluation form) before the visit. An appointment is required, and the sports physical form will be completed at the visit.
Yes. Please make an appointment for your child, even if you had a recent Well Child visit.
Yes. Please contact the scheduling department to determine if your child needs an appointment.

Yes, please make an appointment for your child. You must bring your Headstart form to the appointment.

Please make an appointment for your child unless Well Child Physical took place in the last 60 days and your child completed all required blood tests within 12 months.

Please note: once your child is up to date with all requirements, we will complete the form in 3-5 business days.

Find School & Sports Physicals services at:

Tapestry – Albany Park

3737 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

833-471-4781

Tapestry – Devon

1300 W Devon Ave
Chicago, IL 60660

833-471-4780

Tapestry – Gale Elementary School

1631 W Jonquil Terr
Chicago, IL 60626

833-471-5827

Tapestry – Hibbard Elementary School

4930 N Sawyer Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

833-471-5828

Tapestry – Kilmer Elementary School

6700 N Greenview Ave
Chicago, IL 60626

833-471-5829

Tapestry – Lakeview

3154 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60657

833-471-5830

Tapestry – Lincoln Square

2645 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

833-471-5831

Tapestry – Roosevelt High School

3436 W Wilson Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

833-471-5832

Tapestry – Senn High School

5900 N Glenwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60660

833-471-5833

Tapestry – Skokie

8320 Skokie Blvd
Skokie, IL 60077
(enter from parking lot)

833-471-5836

Tapestry – Sullivan High School

6631 N Bosworth Ave
Chicago, IL 60626

833-471-5838

Tapestry – Touhy

2200 W Touhy Ave
Chicago, IL 60645

833-471-5841

Tapestry – Uplift Community High School

900 W Wilson Ave
Chicago, IL 60640

773-534-2847

Tapestry – Wilson

845 W Wilson Ave
Chicago, IL 60640

833-471-5846

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