At What Age Should a Child Have Their First Eye Exam?

Wondering when your child should have their first eye exam? The Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends the first exam at 6 months – learn why at Viseeon Group.

A child having an eye exam

Many parents don't realize that eye exams should start in infancy. Early detection of vision problems is critical for your child's development and learning.

Recommended schedule: first exam at 6 months, again at 2-3 years, then annually starting at age 4

Why so early: detect issues like amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (crossed eyes) before they become permanent

What happens during a pediatric exam: age-appropriate tests that are gentle and child-friendly

OHIP covers all these exams for children 19 and under

The "Eye See, Eye Learn" program provides free glasses to JK/SK children

Book your child's first eye exam at Viseeon Group – it's never too early to start.