Published: 14 November 2024 | Updated: 29 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Children’s eye checks should reflect symptoms, risk factors and screening results. NSW offers StEPS screening for four-year-olds, but families should seek advice earlier when concerned. Screening does not replace assessment of symptoms or a recommended follow-up examination.
Published: 24 May 2021 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: A child can read an eye chart clearly and still report visual discomfort. School difficulties also have educational, developmental and health causes. Assess these concerns appropriately and keep learning support in place while treating any diagnosed eye condition.
Published: 4 May 2021 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: The perceptual-learning research discussed here concerns visual-test performance in adults with myopia. It should not be treated as evidence that training stops childhood myopia progression or removes the need for prescribed correction.
Published: 14 December 2020 | Updated: 28 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Dyslexia is a learning difficulty affecting reading and spelling; it is not caused by an eyesight problem. A child can have dyslexia and a separate eye condition. Assess and treat visual problems when present, while continuing appropriate literacy assessment and support.
