VDM Optometrists

VDM Optometrists Experience Exceptional Eye Care for the Whole Family. Branches in:
Kenridge, Paarl Mall, Glengarry Shopping Centre and Clara Anna Fontein Square
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Our offering:

Eye examination includes retinal photos and glaucoma check at no additional charge. Specialized eye tests for children available, including dyslexia testing. Wide selection of fashion frames and sunglasses. Spectacle repair stations. Free parking at all branches. Customer service is our passion.

Screentime and your child's development🧐Understanding how digital habits impact growth is essential for supporting your ...
30/03/2026

Screentime and your child's development🧐

Understanding how digital habits impact growth is essential for supporting your child’s milestones.

Excessive screen time can lead to delays in language skills, as children learn best through active conversation rather than passive viewing.
It also impacts social interaction, potentially limiting eye contact and the ability to read social cues.
Furthermore, using devices as "digital pacifiers" can hinder a child's ability to develop emotional regulation and self-soothing skills.

To foster healthy growth, try co-viewing content together and setting clear boundaries around device use.

📆Schedule your child's comprehensive eye examination today and experience the VDM-difference

Preparing for the Easter Weekend? 🐣🚗The Easter long weekend is almost here! Whether you’re heading to the coast or visit...
26/03/2026

Preparing for the Easter Weekend? 🐣🚗

The Easter long weekend is almost here! Whether you’re heading to the coast or visiting family, the roads are going to be busy. Before you pack the boot, make sure your your eyes are ready for the journey.

Long-distance driving is one of the most visually demanding tasks we do. Eye fatigue (Asthenopia) can lead to slower reaction times and headaches, making that 5-hour drive feel like 10.

Easter Safety Tip: Follow the 20-20-20 rule even behind the wheel! Every 2 hours, take a 20-minute break. Get out, stretch, and let your eyes focus on the distant horizon rather than the tarmac just ahead. 🌾

Don't let tired eyes ruin your holiday. Pop into VDM Optometrists this week for a quick frame adjustment or to chat about polarized lenses for those bright midday drives! ☀️

24/03/2026

📣 Do not miss out on our last week of our promotion!

Buy one pair of spectacles with Crizal anti-glare coating and get a second pair for free. Upgrade your second pair to sunglasses at no extra cost 😎

Book your appointment today and experience the VDM-difference!

Don't miss our on our promotion! Last week for orders!Buy one new pair of spectacles with anti-glare coating and get a s...
24/03/2026

Don't miss our on our promotion! Last week for orders!

Buy one new pair of spectacles with anti-glare coating and get a second pair free!
Upgrade your free pair to sunglasses at no extra cost!😎

Available until 31 March 2026 at all VDM branches.
📆Contact us today to schedule your comprehensive eye examination

Is screen time taking a toll on your child's visual comfort?🧐Recognizing the signs of excessive screen use is the first ...
23/03/2026

Is screen time taking a toll on your child's visual comfort?🧐

Recognizing the signs of excessive screen use is the first step toward better eye health.

Common warning signs include:
📌 frequent headaches
📌constant eye rubbing
📌light sensitivity
📌a gritty sensation in the eyes
📌eye strain, blurry vision
📌blurred vision after long periods of digital use.

To help combat these issues, anti-glare coatings are highly effective at reducing visual symptoms related to screen usage.

VDM Optometrists is currently offering a FREE anti-glare coating with the purchase of spectacles to keep your vision sharp and comfortable. Available to all scholars until 31 March 2026.

📆Book your child's comprehensive eye examination today to discuss your child's screen-habits.

22/03/2026

Happy World Optometry Week! 🌍👓

At VDM Optometrists, we believe that clear vision is the doorway to a brighter future. This week, we are taking a moment to celebrate the dedicated professionals behind the phoropters who work tirelessly to keep our community seeing clearly.

From our specialized pediatric care and vision therapy to managing complex learning disorders like Dyslexia, our team is passionate about more than just 6/6 vision. We are committed to clinical excellence and providing personalized care that changes lives, one patient at a time.

Whether you visit us in Durbanville, Paarl, Kenridge, or Clara Anna Fontein, you’ll find an optometrist who truly cares about your visual health and well-being.

Join us in saying a huge THANK YOU to our incredible team! Thank you for your precision, your empathy, and for helping our patients see the world a little more clearly. 💙

📍 Visit us at any of our 4 branches:

Durbanville

Paarl

Kenridge

Clara Anna Fontein

Empowering Every Vision 💪Today, we join our nation in honouring Human Rights Day. At VDM Optometrists, we believe that t...
21/03/2026

Empowering Every Vision 💪

Today, we join our nation in honouring Human Rights Day. At VDM Optometrists, we believe that the right to clear vision and quality eye care is a fundamental part of living a life of dignity and opportunity.

Whether it’s helping a child see the chalkboard for the first time or supporting a senior’s independence through better sight, we are committed to serving our community with care and equality.

Today we reflect on our past and look forward to a future where every South African is seen, heard, and empowered.

Please note our trading hours on 21 March 2026:

Kenridge: Closed
Paarl: 9h00 – 17h00
Glengarry: 9h00 – 13h00
Clara Anna Fontein: 9h00 - 14h00

They say happiness is a state of mind, but at VDM Optometrists, we believe it’s also a state of sight! 🎈From the vibrant...
20/03/2026

They say happiness is a state of mind, but at VDM Optometrists, we believe it’s also a state of sight! 🎈

From the vibrant colors of a Cape Town sunset to the smiling faces of our favorite people, the world is full of beauty meant to be seen in high definition. Today, we’re celebrating World Happiness Day by focusing on the little things that make us grin, and the clear vision that helps us appreciate them.

What’s bringing you joy today? Whether it's a walk through Paarl, a quiet moment in Kenridge, a coffee at Glengarry or a visit to our new home at Clara Anna Fontein Square, we want to hear about it! 👇

Your Night Driving Checklist 📝✅Heading out after dark? Give your eyes (and your car) a quick "safety check" before you t...
19/03/2026

Your Night Driving Checklist 📝✅

Heading out after dark? Give your eyes (and your car) a quick "safety check" before you turn the ignition:

📌Check your lights: Are your headlights aligned? If they point too high, you’ll blind others; too low, and you won't see obstacles in time.

📌Update your specs: Are you wearing an old prescription? Nighttime is when "slight" blur becomes "big" blur.

📌Fight fatigue: If your eyes feel "heavy" or strained, pull over. Fatigue is one of the leading causes of nighttime accidents. 🥱

📌Clean your mirrors: Dirty side mirrors increase glare from the cars behind you.

At VDM Optometrists, we’re passionate about keeping our community safe on the roads. Come see us for a comprehensive vision assessment and peace of mind! 👁️🛡️

Time is running out on our Buy-One-Get-One-FREE promotionBuy one new pair of spectacles with anti-glare coating and get ...
17/03/2026

Time is running out on our Buy-One-Get-One-FREE promotion

Buy one new pair of spectacles with anti-glare coating and get a second pair free.
Upgrade your free pair to sunglasses at no extra cost!😎

Available until 31 March 2026.

📆Contact us today to schedule your appointment

Managing screen time is a vital balancing act for growing minds. 🤓Guidelines suggest avoiding screens entirely for infan...
16/03/2026

Managing screen time is a vital balancing act for growing minds. 🤓

Guidelines suggest avoiding screens entirely for infants aged 0-18 months, while children aged 2–5 should stick to a maximum of 1 hour per day. For the 6–12 age group, the limit moves to 2 hours daily.

To keep those "small eyes" healthy, remember to keep devices at arm’s length, take frequent breaks, and power down before bedtime.

Clear Vision, Bright Future: VDM Optometrists Back in Schools! 🍎👓At VDM Optometrists, we’re on a mission to ensure no le...
15/03/2026

Clear Vision, Bright Future: VDM Optometrists Back in Schools! 🍎👓

At VDM Optometrists, we’re on a mission to ensure no learner gets left behind because of undiagnosed vision issues.

We are so proud to announce that our team is screening 11 schools this year! 🚀 The numbers are in, and we’ve already reached a massive milestone: over 2,000 foundation phase learners have received their visual screenings so far! 📝✨

The Foundation Phase is a critical time for development, and early detection is the key to classroom confidence!

Why it matters:
✅ Better focus in class
✅ Improved reading and coordination
✅ Boosted confidence for our future leaders

🔷School screened in the term 1:
Bastion Primary, Curro Uitzicht, Curro Brackenfell, Kenridge Prep, Kenridge Primary, Noord-Eind, Slot van die Paarl, Vredekloof Primary

🔷Schools coming up (term 2):
Boston Primary, Curro Century City, Eversdal Primary

Your school not on the list? Contact us (details in comments) to get the VDM-team at your school.

If your child missed our school visit or is struggling with headaches and squinting, come see us for a comprehensive check-up!

📍 Visit VDM Optometrists today. Let's keep those bright eyes focused on the future!

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Kenridge: Unit 4A, The Ridge Office ParkPaarl: Shop 25, Paarl MallGlengarry: Shop 39, Glengarry Centre. Clara Anna Fontein: Shop 8, Clara Anna Fontein Square
Cape Town

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00

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Our offering: Eye examination includes a retina photo and glaucoma check at no additional charge. Specialized eye tests for children available, including dyslexia testing and visual perceptual skills evaluation. Wide selection of fashion frames and sunglasses. Spectacle repair stations at both branches. Customer service is our passion.