Children's Eye Screening

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Catch Vision Problems Early For Brighter Futures

We make eye exams fun and fear-free for kids while delivering clinically thorough assessments. Over 30% of learning difficulties are vision-related—our specialized screenings detect issues like lazy eye (amblyopia), focusing problems, and color blindness before they impact school performance.

What's included?

1. Play-Based Testing

Interactive Tools: Animal-shaped eye charts, iPad apps, and 3D stereo tests.
Fixation Assessment: Tracks how well eyes follow objects (critical for reading).

3. Parent Consultation

Plain-Language Report: No medical jargon—just clear next steps.
School Advocacy: Referral letters for IEPs if needed.
Frame Styling: Kid-proof, flexible frames with free adjustments.

2. Essential Vision Checks

Visual Acuity: Distance/near vision (age-appropriate benchmarks).
Binocular Vision: Eye teaming/alignment (strabismus detection).
Color Vision: Ishihara color plates (for color deficiency screening).
Depth Perception: Fun “3D fly” test.

Are there any risks?

When should your child be screened?

6–12 months: First photoscreening (eye alignment).
Red flags to watch for: Excessive tearing, light sensitivity

3–5 years: Pre-school acuity test
Red flags to watch for: Sitting too close to screens/books

6+ years: Annual school-age exams
Red flags to watch for: Squinting, headaches, losing place while reading

Our Child-Friendly Perks
🦁 “Brave Lion” Reward Stickers for cooperative little patients.
👨‍👧 Parent Participation: Hold your child during tests for comfort.
🎨 Frame Selection Help: Unbreakable, hypoallergenic options in fun colors.

Common Signs of Vision Problems
🔴 Tilting head or covering one eye frequently
🔴 Avoiding reading/near work
🔴 Short attention span with visual tasks
🔴 Clumsiness (depth perception issues)

Why Choose Us?
✅ SAOA Pediatric Guidelines: Exceeds basic school screenings.
✅ Medical Aid Coverage: Discovery Kids, Bonitas Buddy, and more.
✅ Referral Network: Direct links to pediatric ophthalmologists if needed.
✅ Stress-Free Environment: No white coats—optometrists wear colorful scrubs!

Preparing for Your Visit
✔ Bring your child’s favorite toy for comfort.
✔ Explain the process as a “fun game with lights and shapes.”
✔ Avoid nap times—well-rested kids cooperate best.

South African Optometric Association (SAOA)

Healthcare Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Make an appointment

Whether you have questions about an eye exam, need help choosing frames, or want to schedule an appointment, our friendly team is ready to assist you at any of our five convenient branches.