Lions Child Sight UK

The Sad Facts

• Up to 10% of children have an undiagnosed vision problem
• Approximately 5% of all Early Years children will have a condition called Amblyopia, or ‘Lazy Eye’, a treatable disorder that can result in permanently reduced vision if not addressed at an early age.
• 90% of vision issues can be corrected if detected early
• Whilst it’s a statutory requirement in England that all Early Years children have a Health Screening (height, weight & vision) when they start school, this currently only happens in 55% of schools.

What the Lions can offer

• Lions Child Sight UK aims to ensure that Early Years children in schools across the UK have access to vision screenings using the latest camera technology
• By working directly with schools, the program aims to detect potential vision problems at a young age, allowing children to receive the necessary care for optimal development.
• This initiative, which is completely FREE to all schools, seeks to make screenings accessible and routine, helping prevent undiagnosed vision issues from impacting children’s learning, confidence, and future success.
• UK Lions Clubs aim to screen over 100,000 children in 2026, helping them get the eye care they need for better learning and development.