Young eyes change as they grow. Optometrists recommend that children have their eyes re-tested every 12-24 months, or earlier if your child is showing symptoms of vision challenges. 

Glasses for kids will provide one (1) replacement pair, within the first 12 months of receiving the initial pair.

The glasses can be taken to your local optometry clinic to be resized which can usually be done at low cost. A map showing our partner clinics is available on this website.

Alternatively your child’s school was supplied with ear hooks by the Glasses for Kids program. Ear hooks are silicone pieces that slip over the frame arms to help the glasses stay behind the ears. If needed, please contact your child’s school to obtain a pair of ear hooks.

Your child’s prescription can be found attached to the outside of the small bag the glasses are in. Should you need a copy of the prescription, please email glassses@glassesforkids.com.au including the student’s full name, date of birth and school name. 

We love hearing your feedback! It helps us to continue to improve the program and highlight the positive impact the program has on so many Victorian students. Please email your feedback to info@glassesforkids.com.au.

Primary Schools: Prep – Year 3 students

Specialist Schools: Students aged 5 to 10 years old

Yes, they can. If their glasses are less than 12 months old, please provide a copy of their latest prescription if available.

If your child is already under the care of another optometrist, please share any relevant information on the consent form.

Please complete the online consent form using the link/QR code supplied by your school. If preferred, a paper version is also available from your school and must be returned to your school by the due date.

They can still participate; the optometrists we partner with have resources and techniques to work with nonverbal or non-English speaking students.

It is preferred as any testing that may be required on the day of the visit may be bulk billed through Medicare. However, if your child does not have a Medicare card, they can still participate in the program.

Yes, each student must have submitted a signed consent form.

Your child will receive a letter about their vision screening outcome to bring home at the conclusion of our visit.

If the optometrist prescribes glasses for your child, GFK will provide them at no cost.

Your child will have the chance to choose their glasses and be fitted on the day.

Your child will be given a letter telling you why the glasses have been prescribed.

Glasses will be sent directly to the school 3-4 weeks after the visit.

GFK will provide one (1) replacement pair at no cost, providing the initial pair is less than 12 months old.

Parents or carers should contact their child’s school to have a replacement pair ordered.