Children's Eyecare
Our child’s eyesight plays a crucial role in how they learn, grow and explore the world. Because children’s eyes develop rapidly, regular eye examinations are one of the best ways to protect their vision.
Why children’s eye health matters
Many childhood eye conditions have no obvious symptoms. Plus, children often assume the way they see is completely ‘normal’ so they may not realise they have vision problems. Regular eye exams can detect these issues early, when treatment is most effective, helping to prevent long-term vision problems and supporting healthy development.
Signs of vision problems
- Squinting or rubbing their eyes frequently
- Sitting very close to screens or holding books close
- Complaining of blurred vision or headaches
- Difficulty concentrating or seeing the board at school
- Covering one eye, tilting the head or closing one eye to see better
- Avoiding activities that require good vision, like sports that require good depth perception.
Common childhood eye conditions
Refractive Errors
Short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism are increasingly common in children. These can usually be corrected effectively with glasses or contact lenses.
Amblyopia (lazy eye)
This occurs when one eye doesn't develop normal vision. Early treatment is essential as the condition becomes much harder to treat after age seven.
Strabismus (squint)
When eyes don't align properly, it can affect depth perception and lead to amblyopia if left untreated.
Stylish frames for kids
We offer a wide range of stylish and durable frames designed specifically for children, along with myopia control and specialist lenses to help manage vision.
Frames We Carry:
- Tomato
- Continental – including Lazer Junior, Mr Men, and Star Kids
- Centrostyle
- Wolf Cubs
- Rayban Junior
- Emporio Armani Junior
- Eyespace Rockstar
- Roald Dahl
Specialist Lenses:
- Hoya MiYOSMART spectacles – slow myopia progression
- Zeiss MyoCare spectacles – advanced eye-growth control
- CooperVision MiSight contacts – daily disposables clinically proven to slow myopia
Our treatment approach
We routinely see children from three years old and can examine younger children if there are concerns. Children’s eye examinations usually take 20–30 minutes and are designed to be comfortable and engaging. Our team works closely with both children and parents to tailor eye care and contact lens solutions to each child’s needs.
SUPPORTING SEN CHILDREN
We are happy to examine Special Educational Needs (SEN) Children. Sometimes a get to know you visit is helpful for the childs comfort, this can be arranged with our practice staff. We are also able to make special adaptations to frames to suit a childs needs if required.
Supporting your child see their best
With the right treatment, your child can see clearly, learn confidently, and enjoy all the activities they love. Our friendly team is here to support both you and your child every step of the way.
