SERVICE

CCHP Vision Screening

For children ages 3 to 5

What to know

What it is:

A vision screening is a test that helps find out if a child has normal vision for their age.

How it's done:

  • A Public Health Nurse (PHN) checks your child's vision using the LEA chart for children ages 3-5.  
    • The chart hangs on the wall at the child’s eye level and the child names or tap pictures of the shapes they see.
    • The shapes used during the screening are: circle, square, house, and apple.  
  • Parents/guardians receive a letter with the screening results.
  • If we find vision problems or a child is unable to complete the screening, we will refer them for follow up.