Vision problems are one of the most common — and most fixable — causes of poor performance at school. As a new term approaches, it's worth booking an eye exam before the classroom routine starts, rather than waiting for a teacher to flag a problem.
Signs to watch for
Children don't always know their vision is off, since they've never known any different. Watch for squinting, sitting unusually close to the TV or board, frequent headaches, losing their place while reading, or holding books very close to their face.
Why early exams matter
Undiagnosed vision problems can affect concentration, reading ability and confidence in the classroom. A general eye exam checks for refractive errors and overall eye health, and takes about an hour — well worth the time before the term gets busy.
Booking ahead of term
Our General Eye Exam is available for R 600 and can be booked online or by calling 015 297 7668. We recommend booking a week or two before school starts, so there's time to sort out new frames if your child needs them.
Give your child the best start to the term — book their back-to-school eye exam with us today.
Ready to book your appointment?
Call 015 297 7668 or book online — we're at Shop 7, Cycad Centre, Bendor, Polokwane.
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