Developmental Assessment Scales

Professional tools used by pediatricians and parents worldwide to accurately monitor and screen child developmental milestones.

📋 International

ASQ-3

Ages & Stages Questionnaires, Third Edition

The most widely used parent-completed developmental screening tool globally.

5 domains 1-66 months
👶 International

Denver II

Denver Developmental Screening Test II

Classic clinical screening tool covering four key developmental areas.

4 domains 0-6 years
🩺 Global / AU

Griffiths III

Griffiths Scales of Child Development, 3rd Ed

Comprehensive clinical assessment with a focus on neurodevelopmental progress.

5 domains 0-6 years
🇭🇰 Hong Kong

HKECDS-3

Hong Kong Early Childhood Development Scale

A localized scale developed specifically for the Hong Kong population.

5 domains 0-6 years
🇹🇼 Taiwan

Taipei-II

Taipei City Early Childhood Developmental Screen

Standard tool used for early intervention screening in Taiwan.

5 domains 0-6 years
🇨🇳 China

CDSC

Child Development Screening Chart

A classic screening tool widely used in primary healthcare settings in China.

5 domains 0-6 years
🇸🇬 Singapore

Denver-SG

Denver Developmental Screening - SG Adaptation

The Denver II adapted for Singapore’s unique multi-ethnic context.

4 domains 0-6 years
🇮🇩 Indonesia

KPSP

Kuesioner Pra Skrining Perkembangan

The official screening questionnaire used in Indonesia’s SDIDTK program.

4 domains 0-6 years
🇯🇵 Japan

KSPD

Kyoto Scale of Psychological Development

A highly detailed clinical scale widely used in Japanese hospitals.

3 domains 0-Adult
🇰🇷 South Korea

K-DST

Korean Developmental Screening Test

The official national screening tool developed by the Korean Academy of Pediatrics.

6 domains 0-6 years
🇦🇺 Australia

ASQ-TRAK

Ages & Stages Questionnaires - TRAK

Culturally adapted version of ASQ-3 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

5 domains 2-48 months

Understanding DA & DQ

Developmental Age (DA)

Refers to the age level corresponding to your child's actual developmental achievement. If a 12-month-old child's skills match an 8-month-old's, their DA is 8 months.

Developmental Quotient (DQ)

Measuring development level relative to typical peers. DQ = DA / Chronological Age × 100

Learn more about DA/DQ scoring

Five Developmental Domains

Different scales classify developmental areas slightly differently. Click below to explore the detailed definitions and corresponding scales for each domain.

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Gross Motor
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Fine Motor
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Cognitive
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Language
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Social-Emo
Compare all developmental domains →

Scales & Screening FAQ

Why are there so many different developmental scales?
Scales are often adapted to account for cultural, linguistic, and environmental differences. Some are designed for quick home screening (like ASQ-3), while others are clinical tools used by specialists (like Griffiths III).
Which scale is the most accurate?
There is no single "most accurate" scale. The best scale depends on the child’s age, the specific area being screened, and the regional context. Standardized scales like ASQ-3 and Denver II are globally recognized for their reliability.
Can I use these scales at home?
Some scales, like ASQ-3, are specifically designed for parent completion. Others require professional training to administer and interpret correctly.

Scientific Tracking

DaMilestone incorporates insights from these authoritative scales to provide you with high-precision assessment reports.

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