Flu immunisations

The Northumbria Healthcare School Aged Immunisation Service will once again be offering the seasonal flu vaccination to children in Reception to Year 6 during the autumn term.

The flu vaccine helps to protect your child from becoming unwell and also helps reduce the spread of flu to family members, friends and others who may be more vulnerable.

How the vaccine is given

• Most children receive the vaccine as a quick nasal spray.
• If your child is unable to have the nasal spray and requires the injection, this will be offered at a community clinic rather than in school.

Giving your consent

Please complete the online consent form as soon as possible, whether you do or do not want your child to receive the vaccine.

You can access the form here:

https://www.northumbriaimmunisations.co.uk/Forms/Flu

When completing the form, please use our school code:

NB108456

Important information

If your child develops wheezing or their asthma medication is increased after you have completed the consent form, please contact the Northumbria Healthcare School Aged Immunisation Service to let them know before the vaccination takes place.

If you experience any difficulties completing the online form, please contact the School Aged Immunisation Service, who will be happy to help. Contact details are below:

School Aged Immunisation Service

Seaton Delaval Innovation Hub

Avenue Rd,

Seaton Delaval,

Whitley Bay

 NE25 0QJ

0191 2828977

0191 2828978

0191 2828979

Thank you for completing the consent form promptly.