Background: Childhood vision disorders like amblyopia and strabismus are common yet preventable causes of lifelong visual impairment. Early detection and timely intervention are critical, but parental awareness often determines whether such problems are identified during the critical developmental period. This study was conducted to assess the awareness, knowledge, and attitudes of parents in Shimla regarding childhood vision issues and early detection practices. Materials and Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted via an online survey among 400 parents of children aged 0–10 years residing in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. A structured, bilingual questionnaire assessed socio-demographics, knowledge of amblyopia and strabismus, awareness of signs and symptoms, understanding of screening guidelines, and beliefs regarding treatment. Awareness scores were categorized into four levels: Very Good, Good, Fair, and Poor. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: The majority of parents (45.5%) were aged 30–39 years, and 58.0% had a graduate-level education or higher. While 78.0% correctly identified strabismus as eye misalignment and 82.0% recognized frequent squinting as a symptom, only 55.0% knew the correct age for the first comprehensive eye exam, and just 54.0% understood that school screenings do not rule out all eye problems. Overall, 38.0% of parents demonstrated good awareness, 34.5% fair, 15.5% very good, and 12.0% poor knowledge levels. Conclusion: Although awareness of visible symptoms was relatively high, significant knowledge gaps exist regarding less obvious signs, screening protocols, and the need for early detection. These findings underscore the need for targeted educational initiatives to improve parental knowledge and encourage timely pediatric eye care in the Shimla region.