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During the first twelve years of your child's life, their vision is fundamental to their learning. A child’s eyes are constantly in use, whether they are reading books, instagramming their mates, completing their homework, or playing sport. Children often assume their vision is just like everyone else’s, which means that any vision problems can easily go undetected. Poor vision can interfere with their ability to learn and meet their full potential, and can even compromise their physical, emotional and social development.

It is  important for children to have an eye test before they start school, and every two years thereafter.

 

Be Aware of the Signs

Keeping an eye out for possible signs of  vision problems ensures that any problems can be detected early to avoid long-term damage.  These are some key indicators of potential vision issues:

  • one eye turns in or out while the other points straight ahead

  • frequent blinking

  • red or watery eyes

  • sensitivity to light

  • frequently rubbing eyes

  • difficulty concentrating

  • tilting head noticeably

  • covering or closing one eye

  • difficulty learning to read

  • holding a book very close when reading

  • leaving out confusing words when reading

  • squinting or sitting very close when watching television

  • difficulty recognising familiar people in the distance

  • complaints of headaches, blurred or double vision

 

Treatment Options

Depending on the nature of the vision problem, your optometrist may recommend one of the following treatment strategies for your child:

AMAZING WARRANTY

A wide range of our kids frames offer a 2 year unlimited warranty. This gives parents peace of mind when selecting a frame for their child that they will be covered fro 2 years against manufacture faults and accidental damage. The frames included in this warranty are: Nike, Hello Kitty, Lacoste, Marchon NYC, and Coast.

Corrective Eyewear

Prescription glasses for part time or full time wear to provide your child with clear vision.

Corrective Lenses

Particularly for kids who want the freedom to participate in sports and other activities without their glasses getting in the way.

Prescription Sunglasses

To protect your child’s eye from  UV rays with 100% UV protection sunglasses in their prescription.

Coral Sea Eyecare stock an excellent range of  eyewear designed specifically for children, including Finaire Kids, Catimini, Starwars, Ugly Fish Indestructibles (sunglasses) and the Sceats range.