Back-to-School Eye Exams – Set Your Child Up for Success
A new school year is the perfect time to make sure your child’s vision is ready for the challenges ahead. Clear sight is essential for reading, writing, using technology, and staying focused in the classroom.
A comprehensive back-to-school eye exam ensures any vision issues are caught early, so your child can start the year with confidence and success.
The pencils are sharpened, the backpack is packed, and the lunchbox is ready. But before the school bell rings, there’s one more important check to make: your child’s vision.
Clear vision plays a key role in learning. Reading from the board, following along in books, keeping up with lessons on tablets or computers – 80% of classroom learning is visual. Many children don’t realize they’re seeing poorly, because they assume everyone sees the way they do. That’s why a comprehensive eye exam before school starts can make all the difference.
Why a back-to-school eye exam matters in
A child’s eyesight affects much more than just reading the letters on a page.
When vision issues go undetected, they can impact:
- Reading comprehension – struggling to follow text or mixing up words
- Focus and behaviour – appearing distracted or restless during lessons
- Comfort in the classroom – headaches, squinting, or frequent eye rubbing
- Confidence in learning – feeling left behind or frustrated
While school screenings are helpful, they only check basic visual clarity. They often miss issues like focusing problems, eye teaming difficulties, or early signs of conditions such as myopia (shortsightedness), amblyopia (lazy eye), or strabismus (eye turn).
What your child’s eye exam includes at
Our pediatric-friendly exams in are designed to keep children comfortable while giving parents peace of mind.
During a back-to-school exam, we check:
- Visual acuity – clear vision at both near and far distances
- Eye teaming & tracking – how well both eyes work together
- Focusing ability – for reading, writing, and screen work
- Eye health & development – ensuring healthy growth
- Early detection of common childhood conditions – including myopia, amblyopia, and strabismus
With a complete picture of your child’s vision, we can recommend solutions that help them start the year strong.
Get ready for a confident school year
Late summer is the perfect time to schedule your child’s exam. July through September appointments mean you’ll avoid the back-to-school rush and ensure any prescription updates or new glasses are ready for the first day.
Our optical at also carries a wide selection of kid-friendly frames built for school and play:
- Durable, flexible materials for active lifestyles
- Lightweight comfort for all-day wear
- Trendy styles that kids love to wear
Help your child start the year with clear vision, confidence, and the tools they need to succeed in the classroom.
Appointments fill quickly before school starts – schedule an eye exam at today to secure your preferred time.