{"id":4857,"date":"2023-08-21T16:28:11","date_gmt":"2023-08-21T15:28:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sirona-cic.org.uk\/\/children-services\/?post_type=resources&#038;p=4857"},"modified":"2026-08-19T15:03:47","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T14:03:47","slug":"school-age-flu-vaccination","status":"publish","type":"resources","link":"https:\/\/sirona-cic.org.uk\/children-services\/resources\/school-age-flu-vaccination\/","title":{"rendered":"School Age Flu Vaccination"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_background&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#a63a75&#8243; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;7%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;4%&#8221; text_color=&#8221;light&#8221; text_align=&#8221;right&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; 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phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Who is this service for?&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left|color:%23a63a75&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>The School Aged Flu vaccination programme is for all young people from Reception to Year 11 (and all young people attending SEN schools)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The vaccination is free and recommended for children and will be given by a quick and simple spray up the nose.<\/p>\n<p>If you child does not attend school and is in the eligible age group above, we will contact you to invite your child to a community clinic. You are also welcome to contact us to arrange your child\u2019s immunisation using the details on this page.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pBe0zDjFMAM?si=-eD1CUojl6M8LBHu\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>A video version of the school flu vaccination letter.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xy-YSUJ5J1I?si=aXUf1udUb1Jl2DYQ\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>A British Sign Language video about the flu vaccination from UKHSA.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bjbmqKkysqQ?si=W9kw8J6fno0Zqyku\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;50&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Some frequently asked questions&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left|color:%23a63a75&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"fws_5e83255c7db7c\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row standard_section \" data-midnight=\"dark\" data-bg-mobile-hidden=\"\">\n<div class=\"col span_12 dark left\">\n<div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding instance-6\" data-t-w-inherits=\"default\" data-border-radius=\"none\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-border-animation=\"\" data-border-animation-delay=\"\" data-border-width=\"none\" data-border-style=\"solid\" data-border-color=\"\" data-bg-cover=\"\" data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-hover-bg=\"\" data-hover-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h3>What is the timeline for vaccinations<\/h3>\n<p>Young people from reception to Year 11 will be offered the nasal flu vaccine through their school during the autumn and winter Term.<\/p>\n<p>Consent for the vaccination will be given via a link to our e-consent platform will be sent home by the school,\u00a0<strong>Please complete the consent link as soon as possible, even if you do not wish for your child to receive the vaccination. The link will close 2 working days before the school session.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"vc_custom_heading\">Use of porcine gelatine in flu vaccines<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>The flu vaccine is a nasal spray which contains a highly processed form of gelatine (porcine gelatine), which is used in a range of essential medicines.<br \/>\nThe gelatine helps to keep the vaccine viruses stable so that the vaccine provides the best protection against \u2018flu.<\/p>\n<p>Some faith groups accept the use of porcine gelatine in medical products \u2013 the decision is, of course, up to you.<\/p>\n<p>If your child is unable to accept the gelatine containing vaccine, there is an injectable vaccine available. \u00a0If we are unable to offer the injectable vaccine at your child\u2019s school, you will be offered a community clinic appointment.<\/p>\n<p>If you would like to discuss this with the team, please contact us on 0300 124 5515 or email:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:sirona.sch-imms@nhs.net\">sirona.sch-imms@nhs.net<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For further information about porcine gelatine and the nasal flu vaccine,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/government\/uploads\/system\/uploads\/attachment_data\/file\/1107767\/UKHSA-12462-vaccines-porcine-gelatine-English.pdf\">read how and why\u00a0porcine gelatine is used in vaccines.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\">\n<h3 class=\"divider\">Information on eggs in vaccines<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fws_5e83255c7e5d0\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row standard_section \" data-midnight=\"dark\" data-bg-mobile-hidden=\"\">\n<div class=\"col span_12 dark left\">\n<div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding instance-7\" data-t-w-inherits=\"default\" data-border-radius=\"none\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-border-animation=\"\" data-border-animation-delay=\"\" data-border-width=\"none\" data-border-style=\"solid\" data-border-color=\"\" data-bg-cover=\"\" data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-hover-bg=\"\" data-hover-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>The viruses used in this vaccine are grown on hens\u2019 eggs and the vaccine may contain very small amounts of egg protein.<\/p>\n<p>Children with an egg allergy can safely have the nasal spray vaccine, unless they have had a life-threatening reaction to eggs that required intensive care.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\">\n<h3 class=\"divider\">Flu vaccine shedding<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fws_5e83255c7efd7\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row standard_section \" data-midnight=\"dark\" data-bg-mobile-hidden=\"\">\n<div class=\"col span_12 dark left\">\n<div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding instance-8\" data-t-w-inherits=\"default\" data-border-radius=\"none\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-border-animation=\"\" data-border-animation-delay=\"\" data-border-width=\"none\" data-border-style=\"solid\" data-border-color=\"\" data-bg-cover=\"\" data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-hover-bg=\"\" data-hover-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>The nasal spray vaccine has a good safety record. Unvaccinated children or adults are not at risk of catching flu from the vaccine, either through being in the same room where flu vaccine has been given or by being in contact with a recently vaccinated individual.<\/p>\n<p>Although vaccinated children are known to shed virus for a few days after vaccination, it is less able to spread from person to person than the natural infection. The amount of virus shed is normally below the levels needed to pass on infection to others and the virus does not survive for long outside of the body.<\/p>\n<p>This is in contrast to natural flu infection, which spreads easily during the flu season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fws_5e83255c7f9ea\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row standard_section \" data-midnight=\"dark\" data-bg-mobile-hidden=\"\">\n<div class=\"col span_12 dark left\">\n<div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding instance-9\" data-t-w-inherits=\"default\" data-border-radius=\"none\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-border-animation=\"\" data-border-animation-delay=\"\" data-border-width=\"none\" data-border-style=\"solid\" data-border-color=\"\" data-bg-cover=\"\" data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-hover-bg=\"\" data-hover-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"vc_custom_heading\">Side effects and adverse reactions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>Common side effects of this flu vaccine can include a runny or blocked nose, loss of appetite, tiredness and headaches. If these symptoms persist for more than a few days or if you are worried about your child please contact your GP for advice. Suspected adverse reactions can be reported using the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">yellow card scheme<\/a> or visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/child-flu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NHS website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"fws_5e83255c8048d\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row standard_section \" data-midnight=\"dark\" data-bg-mobile-hidden=\"\">\n<div class=\"col span_12 dark left\">\n<div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding instance-10\" data-t-w-inherits=\"default\" data-border-radius=\"none\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-border-animation=\"\" data-border-animation-delay=\"\" data-border-width=\"none\" data-border-style=\"solid\" data-border-color=\"\" data-bg-cover=\"\" data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-hover-bg=\"\" data-hover-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"vc_custom_heading\">Children in clinical risk groups<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>If your child is in a clinical risk group, is aged between two and nine years, and has never received a flu immunisation before, they should have a second dose approximately 4 weeks from their first immunisation date. 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