As the summer holidays come to an end, parents across the country are ticking off the back-to-school checklist: uniforms, lunchboxes, shoes that fit. But there’s one essential area that often gets overlooked — your child’s ear health.

Clear hearing is essential for children to succeed in school. It affects their speech, language development, learning ability, and social confidence. At The Private Ear Clinic, we help ensure your child starts the new school year with their ears — and hearing — in top shape.


đź‘‚ Did You Know?

  • Around 1 in 8 children in the UK experience temporary hearing loss due to earwax, glue ear, or fluid build-up.
  • Even a mild hearing loss can cause a child to miss 25–50% of what's said in class.
  • Research shows that children with hearing difficulties are more likely to struggle with speech delays, reading difficulties, and behavioural issues.
  • Hearing issues are often misdiagnosed as concentration problems or learning delays.


👶 We See Children Aged 3+

At The Private Ear Clinic, we welcome children aged 5 and up for:

  • Microsuction ear wax removal
  • Hearing checks and screenings
  • Tympanometry tests (to assess middle ear health)
  • Custom-made swim plugs (ideal for children with grommets or frequent ear infections)

We pride ourselves on creating a calm, child-friendly environment — and because we’re a family-run, CQC-registered clinic, your child’s care is always in the hands of trained and experienced specialists.


🧑‍⚕️ Reports for Professionals

We know that parents often need supporting documents for schools, speech and language therapists, audiologists, or ENT specialists. That’s why we’re happy to provide written reports following your child’s appointment — clear, professional, and ready to share.

This is especially helpful if:

  • Your child has a history of glue ear or grommets
  • They’re being monitored for speech or language delays
  • You’re preparing for a referral to audiology or ENT


🛠️ Custom Swim Plugs — Great for Active Kids

For children who love the pool (or need to avoid water in their ears), we also offer custom-made swim plugs. These are moulded to your child’s ears for a comfortable, leak-proof fit — ideal for preventing infections, especially if your child has grommets or sensitive ears.


đź“… Book Before the Bell Rings!

Appointments are quick and easy to book — with many same-day or next-day options available. We recommend having your child’s ears checked before the school year begins, so they’re ready to listen, learn, and thrive.

👉 Book now via our website or call us directly.
Let’s help your child start the school year hearing clearly and confidently.