Your baby’s immunisations

The best way to protect your children against severe illnesses is to make sure they are fully vaccinated.

Why get vaccinated?

Vaccines play a crucial role in safeguarding children against a range of preventable diseases such as measles, polio, and diphtheria. By immunising your child, you not only protect them but also contribute to the broader community's immunity, reducing the spread of infectious diseases.

It’s never too late to catch up on missed vaccines. Find out more on our adult immunisation page. 

How to book a vaccination

To book a vaccination appointment for yourself or your child, please speak to your GP.

Before your child's appointment, please ensure you have their red book (personal child health record) and any relevant medical information.

If you have any concerns or questions about vaccinations, a healthcare professional will be happy to address them during your appointment.

Key vaccinations offered

6-in-1 vaccine

The ‘6-in-1’ vaccine is one of the first vaccines your baby will have.

It is highly effective at providing immunity to diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio, Hib (haemophilus influenzae b), and hepatitis B infections.

Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR)

Polio

Meningitis

Your lifelong vaccination schedule

This schedule outlines all the vaccines you are entitled to for free on the NHS from birth to old age.

Pregnant women, at-risk groups and people with underlying medical conditions may be offered additional vaccines or a different schedule. Visit the NHS’s vaccination page for more information.