Reception – Year 6 Influenza Vaccination

The nasal spray influenza vaccination is being offered to all children in Reception to Year 6 classes. If you wish you child to receive this vaccination please complete the online consent form no later than 27th September 2019. Any consents received after this date may mean that your child is unable to receive the vaccination at school, which is due to be administered on 16th October.

How do I give my consent?

1. Go to www.hdft.nhs.uk/flu-consent
2. Click on the link in the grey box which says “Click here for the online consent form.”
3. Enter the School Code 141393 and click “Find School”.
4. Complete the form with your child’s information and parent/guardian contact information*.
5. Click the green “Submit” button.

*If you provide a valid email address you will receive an automatic email confirmation to say your form has been submitted. We will also email you to let you know that your child has been vaccinated in school. If your child has specific medical requirements, one of our nurses may need to get in touch before we are due to visit school. We never pass on your contact information to third parties.

Why is the influenza vaccine being offered?

This vaccination programme is in place to help protect your child against influenza (flu) and stop the
spread of the virus within schools, families and the wider community. Influenza is an unpleasant illness
that can lead to school absences and sometimes causes serious complications requiring
hospitalisation. Vaccinating your child doesn’t just project them – by helping to stop the spread of
influenza this winter they will also be protecting vulnerable friends and family of all ages.

How is the influenza vaccine administered?

Unlike most vaccinations, the nasal influenza vaccine is a quick and simple spray up the nose. There
are a small number of children for whom the nasal vaccine is not appropriate. In these cases we offer
an intramuscular injection as an alternative. Please check the link below for more information.
Does the nasal influenza vaccine contain pork gelatine?

Can my child have the injection instead?

Yes, the nasal influenza vaccine contains trace amounts of porcine gelatine. If the vaccine is refused
due to this content, only children who are at high risk from influenza due to an underlying medical
condition will be offered an injected vaccine as an alternative.

Where can I find out more?

Please visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine for more information about
the childhood influenza vaccination programme. You can also contact the Childhood Immunisations team on childhood.immunisations@hdft.nhs.uk or 01423 542360 and they will endeavor to respond to all queries within one working day.