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Children's Eye Tests in Brisbane — Bulk Billed Under 18

Children often don't realise their vision isn't normal, so problems can go unnoticed. We provide child-friendly eye tests and bulk bill all children under 18. Serving families across Holland Park, Mount Gravatt and Greenslopes.

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Why children's eye tests matter

Much of what children learn is visual, yet many vision problems in children go undetected — kids often don't know what "normal" vision looks like, so they don't report a problem. Undiagnosed issues can quietly affect reading, learning, concentration and confidence.

Conditions such as amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (eye turn) and short-sightedness respond best to early detection, which is why regular checks during childhood are so valuable.

When should my child be tested?

We recommend a child's first comprehensive eye exam before they start school — around age four or five. After that, regular checks help catch any changes as they grow. If you notice squinting, sitting very close to screens, frequent headaches, or an eye that turns, it's worth booking sooner.

A welcoming experience

Our clinic is child-friendly and experienced with young patients. We keep the appointment relaxed and explain everything along the way — to both you and your child. And because we bulk bill all children under 18, there's no out-of-pocket cost for their exam.

What's included

  • Child-friendly comprehensive eye assessment
  • Screening for lazy eye, eye turn and short-sightedness
  • Guidance on myopia management where needed
  • A clear explanation for both parent and child
  • Bulk billed for all children under 18
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Common questions

We recommend children have their first comprehensive eye exam before they start school — around age 4 or 5. Many vision problems in children go undetected because kids often don't know what normal vision looks like. Early detection of conditions like amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (eye turn), or short-sightedness makes a significant difference to outcomes. Our clinic is child-friendly and experienced with paediatric patients.

We bulk bill all children under 18. Pension Card holders are eligible for a reduced consultation fee — $85 for a comprehensive eye examination (normally $100) and $51 for a subsequent or brief consultation (normally $60). For all other patients, we are a private billing practice: a professional fee applies and your Medicare rebate is processed on the day via our HICAPS terminal.

No referral is needed to see an optometrist. You can book directly with us. If during your examination we identify something that requires specialist ophthalmology care, we will refer you appropriately and provide a detailed clinical summary for the specialist.

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Book an appointment online, or call us on (07) 3394 2412. No referral needed.

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