Pediatric Eye Exams
At Stratford Eyecare Associates, our Pediatric Eye Exams are designed to give your child a comfortable, thorough evaluation of their visual health and development.
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Healthy vision is essential for a child’s growth, learning, and confidence – and early eye care can make all the difference.
At Stratford Eyecare Associates, our Pediatric Eye Exams are designed to give your child a comfortable, thorough evaluation of their visual health and development. Using gentle techniques and age-appropriate testing, we help ensure your child’s eyes are seeing clearly and functioning well at every stage.
What to Expect During a Pediatric Eye Exam
Children’s eyes aren’t just “smaller versions” of adult eyes – they are actively developing, and their visual systems are constantly learning and adapting. During a pediatric eye exam, our doctors will:
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Review your child’s vision history and milestones
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Assess visual acuity and focusing skills in a kid-friendly way
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Evaluate eye alignment, tracking, and coordination
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Screen for common conditions such as amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (crossed eyes), and refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism)
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Check for eye health issues that can affect learning and development
Our team creates a relaxed and supportive environment to help children feel at ease, making their visit positive – even fun!
Why Pediatric Eye Exams Matter
Vision plays a critical role in how children learn, communicate, and interact with the world. Many visual issues can go unnoticed because kids often assume others see the same way they do. Early eye exams help:
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Detect vision problems before they impact school performance
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Identify developing eye conditions when treatment is most effective
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Support visual development at every stage of childhood
Regular pediatric eye exams are more than just “seeing 20/20” – they help ensure your child’s visual system is developing in a healthy way.
Myopia Management for Children
In addition to pediatric eye exams, we also offer Myopia Management for children. Myopia (nearsightedness) is becoming increasingly common in children – and fast progression can raise the risk of serious eye conditions later in life. We offer myopia management using specialized glasses and contact lenses designed to slow progression. Early intervention and regular monitoring help protect your child’s long-term eye health and vision development.
When Should Your Child Be Tested?
Children should have their eyes examined starting in infancy and continue regularly throughout childhood. We recommend scheduling pediatric eye exams:
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Before starting school, to establish a visual baseline
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Every 1–2 years after age 3
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Whenever vision concerns arise, such as squinting, eye rubbing, headaches, or difficulty reading
If your child is due for an eye exam or has been showing signs of vision challenges, now is a great time to schedule.
Give your child the gift of healthy vision. Our caring team at Stratford Eyecare Associates is experienced in pediatric eye care and looks forward to helping your child see and succeed. Request an appointment today – we’re just a phone call away.
Patient Reviews
Discover why patients throughout the community trust Stratford Eyecare Associates with their vision care.
I can’t say enough good things about this optometrist, Dr. Bennett. From start to finish, the care was thoughtful, professional, and genuinely kind. Everything was explained clearly and thoroughly. An excellent experience overall — I would highly recommend!
My husband and I have been patients of Dr Noonan and Dr Carroll for many years. And now, with the addition of Dr Bennett, this practice will continue to provide outstanding care. The doctors are knowledgeable and offer the newest technology. But they are also patient and compassionate, allowing time for questions and explanations regarding care. The office environment is welcoming. The exceptional staff (Anna, Barbara, & Linda) are willing to accommodate requests for appointments, as well assist with insurance issues. Without hesitation I highly recommend Stratford Eyecare Associates !!
I have been a patient of Dr. Bennett for over 10 years, and I cannot say enough good things about her. She consistently goes above and beyond for her patients, and her level of care is truly exceptional. On multiple occasions, I have reached out to her with concerns, and she has personally taken the time to call me back and provide thoughtful and effective solutions. That kind of dedication is rare and speaks volumes about her commitment to her patients. She is not only incredibly knowledgeable and professional, but also genuinely caring and attentive. I always feel heard, supported, and confident that I am receiving the best possible care. I am so grateful to have her as my eye doctor and highly recommend her to anyone looking for outstanding and compassionate care.
Dr. Bennett and staff are always very professional and helpful. I take my kids for their vision exams with Dr. Bennett as well and she is fantastic with them! Highly recommend for your whole family.
I’ve been going to Stratford Eyecare Associates for over 10 years. Dr. Bennett has just joined the group. I had my first appointment with her two weeks ago.She is friendly and very knowledgeable and an excellent communicator. She Made me feel very comfortable. She is an asset to this pleasant and caring staff. I highly recommend her for your eye care needs.
The staff and the new Dr. Bennett are awesome! Been coming here for years!
Dr. Bennett is absolutely wonderful! I’ve been seeing her for many years and she is always professional, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. She explains things clearly and makes every visit feel easy and comfortable. I was so glad to follow her to her new practice and would recommend her to anyone looking for a fantastic eye doctor.
I had an outstanding experience at Stratford Eyecare Associates. Having worked in eyecare offices myself, I’m very particular—and this practice truly stands out. The staff is efficient, knowledgeable, and welcoming, and the doctors are thorough, professional, and clearly patient-focused. The office runs exactly how a top-tier eyecare practice should. Highly recommend without hesitation.
We had an amazing experience with Dr. Narvan! Our daughter was struggling with double vision and needed glasses, which was very intimidating for her. Dr. Narvan was incredibly patient and went above and beyond to make her feel like a superstar. Not only is her vision perfectly corrected now, but she walked out feeling so confident in her stylish new glasses. We couldn’t ask for a better doctor! 🙂
It's an excellent place; everyone is very kind and helps you with whatever you need. Dr. Bennett is an excellent eye doctor, very kind and friendly, and she's very good and patient with children. My daughters have been seeing her for 4 years, and they adore her.
Dr. Bennett is an amazing doctor! She is very kind and thorough! I will be returning to her for all of my eyecare needs in the future.
[Dr. Narvan Bennett is the] best doctor I’ve ever had. She is patient, knowledgeable, and highly experienced. She takes the time to listen and makes you feel comfortable and confident in your care👍
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