Kids’ eyecare in the frame with Specsavers
With the new academic year fast approaching, now’s a good time to book in those important routine health checks for your children, including eye examinations
GOOD eyesight is vital for children as their vision helps them explore and learn about the world around them. In fact, up to 80 % of everything they learn at school is presented visually so being able to see clearly is important for their overall development.
Regular check-ups are the best way to make sure your child’s eyesight is as good as it should be, or that any problems are picked up and treated before they have an impact on their education.
SIGHT FOR SCHOOL
Picking eye problems up early on can help children do better at school, in lessons, sports and everyday life, which is why eye tests are fully funded for under-16s.
Most very young kids have their eyesight assessed as part of their routine developmental checks. While these are very important, they aren’t as thorough as a complete eye test by a qualified optician.
So Specsavers stores across Derbyshire recommend that your child has their eyes tested from an early age.
Testing before your son or daughter starts school can set them up for a happy and fulfilling academic life.
FROM TOTS TO TEENS
Great-looking glasses for your children won’t cost the earth at Specsavers, in fact, they could even be free.
Under-16s get a free eye test, funded by the NHS and, at Specsavers stores across Derbyshire, they can pick up two free pairs of glasses worth up to £89 each with an under16s’ optical voucher.
As well as an unrivalled range of free frames for children, kids can pick up a serious discount on designer options, with more than 60% off all the big names including Osiris, Replay, BOSS Orange and Timberland. Under-16s, or under-19s in full-time education, can get hold of some great glasses with NHS funding. Any designer style from Specsavers’ £99 range costs only £14 and other designer brands
are available from just £35.
TESTS FOR KIDS
Small children’s eye tests can be different from those for adults. Specsavers uses specially designed charts that allow children to recognise shapes or pictures, or even to match letters, rather than the traditional charts that you may be familiar with. This means the optician can test children’s eyes even if they can’t read, as long as they are able to recognise shapes.
Opticians are specially trained to test children’s eyes. They know the test room can feel a little intimidating so they make it feel as welcoming as possible.