Children's Eye Tests

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Regular children's eye tests are important to support your child's development, learning and confidence in everyday life.

Children’s Eye Tests in Warwickshire

Regular children’s eye tests are an important part of supporting your child’s development, learning and everyday confidence. At Richard Fantom Eyecare, we offer comprehensive eye examinations tailored to your child, with everything gently explained in a calm and friendly environment.

NHS Children’s Eye Tests

Children are entitled to NHS eye tests, meaning their sight test is free of charge. If glasses are required, there may also be NHS support available towards the cost. Our team is happy to guide you through what your child is entitled to.

Why Are Children’s Eye Tests Important?

Children do not always realise when their vision is unclear. They may assume everyone sees the same way they do, which means problems can go unnoticed. An eye test can identify issues early, helping to prevent difficulties with reading, concentration and schoolwork.

Common things that can be found in an eye test for children:

  • Lazy eye (amblyopia)
  • Squint (strabismus)
  • Short sightedness (myopia)
  • Long sightedness (hyperopia)
  • Astigmatism
  • Colour vision deficiency
  • Focusing difficulties
  • Eye coordination and tracking problems

What Happens During a Children’s Eye Test?

Our optometrists use simple methods with a friendly and calming manner to check how well your child can see and to examine the health of their eyes. Our kids’ eye test appointments are relaxed and unhurried, with everything explained clearly to both you and your child.

Our local opticians for children may assess how the eyes work together, how they focus, and whether glasses are needed to support clear, comfortable vision.

When Should Children Have an Eye Test?

It is recommended that children have regular eye tests from a young age, even if they have not complained about their sight. Early testing helps to ensure their vision is developing as it should and allows any concerns to be addressed quickly. At Richard Fantom Eyecare, our experienced team provides specialist eye examinations for children, so your child’s vision can be checked from an early age. If they need a little extra support, we offer a wide range of children’s glasses in Warwickshire.

Book a Kids' Eye Test in Bidford-on-Avon

If you would like to book a children’s eye test in Warwickshire, our friendly team is here to help. We aim to make every visit comfortable and reassuring for both you and your child.

Step One

Make an Appointment

Getting started is simple. Book an appointment with our opticians in Bidford-on-Avon for a full eye examination or any of our other eye care services, at a time that suits you.

Before you visit, you'll know exactly what to expect. We're always upfront about any costs involved before you book, so there are no surprises on the day.

Step Two

Your Eye Examination

Visit our practice in Warwickshire for a thorough, personalised eye examination. Every routine test includes advanced imaging such as OCT and Optomap scans, giving our opticians detailed insight into your eye health, not just a snapshot, so we can offer clear, confident advice tailored specifically to you.

Step Three

Your Personalised Results & Advice

Our opticians take the time to talk you through your results in plain terms, explaining what they mean for your vision and eye health. Whether that's a change to your prescription, guidance on managing a condition, or simple reassurance, the advice is built around you.

Step Four

Collection & Fitting

Once your glasses or contact lenses are ready, we'll get in touch to arrange a collection time that works for you. When you come in, our opticians will make sure everything fits comfortably and correctly, adjusting your frames on the spot if needed.

NHS Eligibility

NHS Patients

Eligibility Criteria

You may be eligible for an NHS contribution if you certain criteria apply to you. A full list can be found here.

Minimum Eye Test Intervals

The NHS sets minimum intervals between eye tests for those eligible, and intervals vary depending on which criteria apply to you.

Book Your Eye Test

If you qualify for NHS eye tests and eye care, book an appointment with Richard Fantom Eyecare. Don't qualify? Don't worry, we offer private eye tests too.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can't see your question?
Get in touch with our friendly team, we're happy to help.

At what age should a child first have an eye test?

Children can be tested from a very young age, even before they can talk, using specialised techniques, but most start regular annual tests from around 3 years old.

How often should children have an eye test?

Children should have their first eye test around age 3-4, then annually or as recommended by their optometrist, since vision can change quickly during childhood development.

What happens during a children's eye test?

A children's eye test is adapted to be fun and stress-free, using picture charts and age-appropriate methods to check vision, eye movement, and eye health without needing your child to read letters.

Our 6 Point Promise

At Richard Fantom Eyecare, we believe that patients should get the same care we’d want for ourselves or for our family. That’s why we are guided by our 6 Point Promise:

Professional

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Professional

Unhurried eye examinations, clear explanations, plus your prescription and a written summary of advice, so you leave informed, not confused.

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Honest

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Honest

We only recommend lenses, treatments or products that will genuinely benefit you. No targets, no upsell.

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Clear Choices

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Clear Choices

Straightforward options at different price points, so you can choose what’s right for your needs and your budget.

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Personal Fitting

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Personal Fitting

Honest advice on spectacles and sunglasses, based on how and where you’ll wear them.

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Quality

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Quality

We’ll focus on long term outcomes. Comfortable vision, great performance. Eyewear that actually works day to day.

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Peace of Mind

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Peace of Mind

We stand behind our work. If something’s not right, we’ll work together to fix it.

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