Information For Families

“The Glasses for Kids program is an amazing program. The staff are professional, kind and were able to make the children feel comfortable with the test.”

How does the Glasses for Kids program work? 

• GFK partners with qualified optometrists who will visit your child’s school and offer your child initial vision screening and if required, further testing and glasses at no cost. 
• All screening and testing sessions will be completed during school hours.

How can my child be part of the program?

• Please complete the digital  Consent Form and Optometrist Questionnaire using the link supplied by your school or request a physical version and  return it to your school by the due date.

How do I get the results for my child?

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

What if my child needs glasses?

• 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.

What if my child is nonverbal or from a non English Speaking background?

• They can still participate; the optometrists we partner with have resources and techniques to work with
  nonverbal or ESOL students.

Who can participate?

• Primary Schools: Prep – Year 3 students.
• Specialist Schools: Students aged 5 to 10 years old

Can children who currently wear glasses be part of GFK?

• 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 Optometrist Questionnaire.

Do I have to return separate forms for each child?

• Yes, each student must have a signed Consent Form and Optometrist Questionnaire.

Do I have to provide Medicare details?

• 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.

What happens if the glasses are damaged?

• 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.