Your child’s eyesight affects more than their ability to see. Hand eye coordination, sports performance and self-confidence can all be affected by poor vision in childhood.
Our eyes develop in the first decade of life so it is
important that any problems are treated in this time. Thankfully
most eye problems are reversible if treated early enough and may
require nothing more than glasses. Your child experiences many
changes in their early years and we are dedicated to making
sure that good vision is a natural part of that process.
If there is a history in your family of eye problems such
as glasses, squints and 'lazy eyes', it is especially
important for your children to be tested. Every child should have a
full test by an optometrist, even if they have had a school or
nursery screening, preferably by the age of two. Your child
does not need to be able to read for a test to be accurate; we have
tests especially designed for your little ones. Your optometrist
will be delighted to tailor the test for your child.
Other conditions which can affect your child's development, such
as dyslexia, may be helped by
an appointment at a specialist colourimetry clinic.
Children's
glasses are more stylish than ever. We have fantastic, stylish
frames specially designed for little faces. Brands such as Disney
Princess, Converse Junior and BMX are sure to catch the
imagination!
There is no 'suitable' age for contact lenses, instead the decision
whether you and your child are ready for them is completely
individual. Nobody knows them better than you. With the expert
guidance of our team combined with modern, comfortable lens
materials and easy care systems, if you decide to try them we will
guide you through the process.