To mark World Sight Day, new analysis of UK eye tests data estimates that only around 5% of the total population of children aged five years and under had an eye test in 2025, despite optometrists and opticians recommending that children should be taken for their first regular eye test by the time they start school, from age three to four years old.
ABDO, Boots Opticians, the College and Specsavers have all come together to deliver a public awareness campaign on the importance of children receiving a full sight test before they start school, around three to four years old.
Online CPD courses for optometrists on the topic of children's eye care.
The College of Optometrists, Association of British Dispensing Opticians and the OSA partner in new campaign to raise awareness of the importance of children’s eye tests and better signposting for parents to children’s eye care professionals on the High Street.
The College’s Guidance for Professional Practice is the essential reference for optometrists in all work environments. It provides the support and guidance they need to make the right clinical and professional decisions in a range of situations, and to put their patient’s interests first.
Podcast: College clinical adviser Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom MBE talks to optometrist Bhavin Shah MCOptom MBABO FBCLA about managing patients with dyslexia.
Clinical Files: Is it acceptable to turn away a child for a sight test if you don't feel you have the experience or right equipment?
The clinical figures that count - Winter 2023
Is increased screen time causing visual and eye health problems in children? Helen Gilbert reports.
Clinical Files: What can I do to make a sight test as accessible as I can to an autistic child?
A message from Professor Leon Davies FCOptom, College President.
Despite compulsory safeguarding training every two years, optometrists can still feel unsure of their duties. Kathy Oxtoby looks at what to do if you suspect a patient requires safeguarding.
In each issue, Acuity poses a topical question to a panel of members.
The clinical figures that count.
Eye health issues that are making the news.
Jane Veys looks at overcoming the barriers that prevent good eye care
A framework for delivering eye care to children in special schools aims to help those who often seek treatment the least, writes Anna Scott.