The NHS offers free eye tests to individuals who meet certain criteria. You are entitled to a free eye test if you are; Aged 16 and under. Aged 16 – 18 in full-time education. Aged 60 or over. Are registered as partially sighted or blind. Have been diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma. Are aged 40 or over and your mother, father, sibling or child has been diagnosed with glaucoma. Are a prisoner on leave from prison. You're also entitled if you or your partner – including civil partner – receive, or you're under the age of 20 and the dependant of someone *receiving: - Income support. *Income-related Employment and Support *Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance *Pension Credit Guaranteed Credit *Universal Credit (providing you meet criteria) You are also entitled if; *You have a valid NHS tax credit exemption certificate (i.e. you are in receipt of Child Tax Credits, Working Tax Credits with a disability element (or both) and have income for tax credit purposed of £15,276 or less). *You have a valid NHS certificate for full help with health costs (HC2).

Children can get an eye test at any age. However, we normally recommend children to have their first eye test when they are around 4-5years old. If you have any concerns about your child’s eyesight, then an eye test can be arranged if they are younger.

It depends. The national recommendation is to have an eye test once every two years. However, the optometrist may decide to see you sooner depending on your clinical needs. You may also have a test sooner if you have any concerns.

A standard eye test, which includes retinal photography, costs £25. Our practice also offer NHS services.