Exeter Eyewear is fast becoming a One Stop Shop for all my Paediatric and Special Needs Dispensing. For the Small Frame Supplement claims I use iPlay with adjustable curl sides, built-up bridges and straps or the new and innovative SeeCreatures with designable modular sets with full-side strap options. For the larger kids that still need pre-modified frames for a Special Facial Supplement fit I still use the larger versions or these or I move on to the Ellivron TR and CLIC ranges with pre-adjustable curl sides or sliding drop ends and a skull-fit. Don’t forget they also have 3D printed additions to their frames available to incorporate hearing aids and Alice bands when kids have to wear both spectacles and hearing aids. This is a company that listens to the needs of the Paediatric and Special Needs world and creates entirely new solutions to barriers and gaps that we have in the frame market. As a specialism and passion of mine,I am so grateful to Rob and the team for supporting the modification world through innovation over the years and now giving me products I can customise myself.

In practice the Dispensing Opticians and Manager had been looking for a range of childrens frames which fit well, were comfortable to wear and available in a range of colours that Mini-Mes would be attracted to.

They were delighted when they saw the See Creatures range!

The frame fitting features match childrens facial characteristics – the low crest ensures the eyes are central in the frame and the large apical radius provides vital support around the bridge of the nose. The frames are injection moulded from Pebax resulting in a lightweight and comfortable finish.

The interior-changeable loop end sides are a hit with the kids as they can select their own mix and match colour choice. The head-straps are ideal for active kids or those little ones who aren’t keen to wear specs.

One of our first See Creatures dispensing’s were to a little tot with Downs Syndrome – they were her first correction and the look on her face was a picture when she realised she could see!

When considering Paediatric dispensing we all know practical and correct fitting is paramount. This means the frame material and designs that are specifically solving each individual fit mean so much to the young wearer. Exeter Eyewear, driven by Rob Barrow, aims to do just that. This isn’t about volume, numbers, targets; this is a project of an enthused individual who has vast experience in modifications, ptosis props and repairs to any frame worthy of his attention. I have dealt with Rob at Spec-Care for 30 years, nothing is beyond this man, he knows frames, he knows frame materials, he listens intently to the presented problem. Were talking about all round quality here, were talking about an ethical attitude to what comes through the door. The Ophthalmic community is fortunate to have suppliers of this ilk – Im just fortunate I’ll finish before he does.

Incredible personal service from SEEcreatures, making sure the measurements were perfect for my 3 month old grandson. Who is still happily wearing it on holiday at 6 months. I would definitely give it 5 stars and highly recommend them.