Eye conditions can arise at any age, but with regular eye tests, we can detect problems early enough to minimise the risk of the condition progressing. Therefore, it’s essential to prioritise your child’s eyecare appointments.
Children should have their first comprehensive eye test at the age of 3 and then from school age at least once every 2 years. If your child already wears prescription glasses, they should attend an eye test yearly.
A child's ability to see significantly impacts their ability to learn and develop, as most children learn primarily visually until the age of 12. Often, vision impairments go unnoticed for a period as children have nothing to compare their vision to, so they do not realize the problem.
Unless your child has mentioned sore eyes, headaches, and difficulty completing schoolwork, it can be hard to detect a vision problem. Therefore, bringing your child in for an eye test is best.
The following symptoms could indicate a vision problem
What to expect at a child's eye test
During your child's eye examination, our optometrist will test the following:
The optometrist will determine whether your child needs prescription glasses from the test. If your child requires prescription glasses, it's essential to have their eyes checked yearly to ensure that their vision has stayed the same; it is common for a child to adjust their prescription glasses yearly as their eyes develop.
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