Kids Eye Health

Children should be examined at a young age - if they have an uncorrected problem for a significant length of time they may develop a permanent reduction in vision in one or both eyes. Appropriate vision correction before the age of 7 is the best way to avoid this long-term visual problem.

When should I get my child's eyes tested?

At each of the following stages.

Pre-School (3 years of age): Especially if you have concerns about your child's vision Early School Going (3-6years of age).

At two year intervals from here on unless advised to do so more often.

See your optometrist if your child complains of / displays ant of the following signs and symptoms:

Headaches
Turned eye
Blurry vision
Squinting or head tilting
Poor hand-eye co-ordination
Sitting very close to the TV
Holding books etc very close
Closing one eye to focus on near of distant objects
Poor performance in school

As the child needs to be somewhat co-operative during the test it is advisable to make an appointment for a time of the day where they are not likely to be tired and irritable