Children’s Eye Tests at Perfect Vision Opticians
Gentle, unhurried eye tests for children – with advice that grows with them.
This eye test is right for you if:
- Complains of headaches
- Struggles with reading or schoolwork
- Rubs their eyes or squints
- Uses screens a lot
- Has short-sightedness in the family
👉 If you’re unsure, it’s always worth checking.
What happens at your child’s eye test.
We take time to help your child feel comfortable.
We check their vision and eye health.
We assess how their eyes work together.
We explain the results to you.
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We discuss next steps if needed.
Visual stress in children
Some children experience visual stress, which can make reading and close work uncomfortable.
Some children experience visual stress, which can make reading and close work uncomfortable.
This may show as:
Words moving or blurring on the page
Headaches or tired eyes when reading
Avoiding reading or schoolwork
Losing place or skipping lines
If we suspect visual stress during your child’s eye test, we can discuss this with you and explain the next steps.
Myopia Control
Myopia (short-sightedness) in children
Some children’s short-sightedness can progress as they grow.
Exploring Myopia
Understanding Myopia
In certain cases, we can help slow this down.
When we may discuss myopia control:
If short-sightedness is increasing
If one or both parents are short-sighted
If screen use is high
If changes are happening quickly
👉 This is only discussed if appropriate.
MYOPIA CONTROL OPTIONS
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Myopia management options may include:
Specialised spectacle lenses
Contact lens options (for suitable children)
Lifestyle advice and monitoring
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Treatment plan
✔ Tailored to your child
✔ Evidence-based
✔ Explained clearly to parents -
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Eye Care Prices
Enhanced Eye Care
Advanced investigative techniques include comprehensive OCT scans & photos.
Examination Time
45 min
Private Sight Test
£59
Child's NHS Sight Test
£15
Includes
3D OCT Scan & Retinal Photo
Kids Discount:
£25 off on all frames
Standard
Eye Care
NHS eye tests for children
Children under 16, or under 18 in full-time education, qualify for a free NHS sight test.
Optional Retinal Photography and OCT scans are available for a small additional cost..
Examination Time:
30 min
Standard NHS Sight Test:
inclusive
Emergency Appointment:
£59
Kids Discount:
£25 off on all frames
Testimonials
What Customers Say
Friendly, supportive and knowledgeable. Saw my son for his eye test and were very accommodating. Front of house made him feel very settled chatting away to him as we were early for our appointment. Once in with the optician, she was very understanding as my son can at times struggle with clarity of speech, clearly explaining everything to me and offering ongoing support for his needs. Highly recommend 😊
As a family, we all use Perfect Vision. Karen and all of the staff are incredibly knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. The testing is thorough and it gives so much reassurance that you are benefiting from experience and you are in good hands. They have a vast choice of frames, but what I really like is there are frames which are something a little bit different and special. Today, I took my son (aged 14) who needed a prescription for the first time. Karen was patient and so helpful until he had found the frames he was happy with. I can highly recommend Perfect Vision for a professional, independent and personal opticians. |
Opening Hours:
Mon-Wed: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Thu: 9:00am to 2:30pm
Fri: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Sat am: 9:30am to 1:00pm
Sat pm: By Appointment only
Closed Bank Holiday Weekends
Here when you need us - no rush, just the right care.
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KAS Perfect Vision Ltd.
T/A Perfect Vision
100 Ferry Road,
Hullbridge,
Essex. SS5 6EX.
Company No: 6619358.
Contact us:
Call us: 01702 232 222
Email: contact@pvopticians.co.uk