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Student immunizations and physical examinations due by August 15, 2025, to begin new school year

Reminder - immunization requirements graphic

The deadline to meet the immunization and physical examination requirements for the upcoming school year is August 15, 2025. If proof is not provided by the deadline, the student will not be permitted to start school on Monday, August 18, 2025, until documentation is provided.

Parents/guardians can view information about student immunization compliance in ParentVUE. For specific questions about immunization non-compliance or for assistance in setting up a ParentVUE account, please contact your school. A list of immunization requirements can be found below.

Once completed, provide documentation to your student’s school indicating that your student has received the immunization(s) and/or physical examination. All documentation must include the student’s full name and ID number. It is recommended that the documentation be delivered in person to the school's office.

If your student cannot receive an immunization or physical examination for some reason, the health provider must give you a medical exemption statement to provide to your student’s school.

Health Requirements for Students in Grades K-12

This webpage provides immunization and physical examination requirements for students entering PWCS in grades kindergarten through 12. Please visit the Preschool Application Information webpage for requirements for preschool students.

Virginia law requires all students entering grades kindergarten through 12 to be adequately immunized (Virginia Code § 22.1-271.2).

Virginia law also requires students students registering for school for the first time in kindergarten through fifth grade to receive a comprehensive physical examination before beginning school (Virginia Code § 22.1-270). Learn more about the physical examination requirement.

The deadline to meet the immunization and physical examination requirements for the 2025-26 school year is Friday, August 15, 2025.

Immunization Requirements

No student shall be admitted by a school unless at the time of admission:

  • The student or their parent/guardians submits proof of immunization on the Commonwealth of Virginia School Entrance Health Form (or an immunization record signed by a health care provider);
  • The student is exempted from immunization for medical or religious reasons;
  • The student is a homeless child or youth;
  • The student is in foster care; or
  • The student is a child of an active duty parent/guardian.

Students must also meet additional immunization requires before beginning 7th grade and 12 grade.

Required Immunizations for All Students

Vaccine Minimum Requirement
Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or Tdap) A minimum of four properly spaced doses. A child must have at least one dose of DTaP or DTP vaccine on or after the fourth birthday. DT (Diphtheria, Tetanus) vaccine is required for children who are medically exempt from the pertussis-containing vaccine (DTaP or DTP). Adult Td is required for children seven years of age and older who do not meet the minimum requirements for tetanus and diphtheria. A booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering grade 7.
Hepatitis A (HAV) Vaccine A minimum of two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine. The first dose should be administered at age 12 months or older.
Hepatitis B Vaccine A complete series of three properly spaced doses of hepatitis B vaccine are required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a two-dose schedule only for adolescents 11-15 years of age and only when the Merck Brand (RECOMBIVAX HB) Adult Formulation Hepatitis B Vaccine is used. If the two-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age, it must be clearly documented on the school form.
Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) Vaccine A minimum of two measles, two mumps, and one rubella. (Most children receive two doses of each because the vaccine usually administered is the combination vaccine MMR). The first dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. The second dose of vaccine must be administered before entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose one and dose two.
Polio (IPV) Vaccine A minimum of four doses of polio vaccine. One dose must be administered on or after the fourth birthday. See the supplemental guidance document for additional information.
Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine All children shall be required to have one dose of chickenpox vaccine administered at age 12 months or older. A second dose must be administered before entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose one and dose two.

Required Immunizations for Students Less Than 5 Years Old

These immunizations are only required if a student starts school before they are 5 years old.

Vaccine Minimum Requirement
Haemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib) Vaccine A primary series consists of either two or three doses (depending on the manufacturer). However, the child's current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are only required to have one dose of vaccine.
Pneumococcal (PCV) Vaccine One to four doses, dependent on age at first dose, of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, are required.

Additional Required Immunizations for Students in 7th Grade or Higher

Vaccine Minimum Requirement
Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or Tdap) A booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering grade 7. (Additional information regarding this vaccine can be found at the beginning of this chart.)
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine A complete series of two doses of HPV vaccine is required for students entering grade 7. The first dose shall be administered before the child enters grade 7. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.
Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) Vaccine A minimum of two doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered before entering grade 7. The final dose should be administered before entering grade 12.

Additional Required Immunizations for Students in 12th Grade

Vaccine Minimum Requirement
Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) Vaccine The initial dose should be administered before entering grade 7. The final dose should be administered before entering grade 12.

How to Check Student Immunization Compliance

Parents/guardians can view information about student immunization compliance in ParentVUE.

For specific questions about immunization non-compliance or for assistance in setting up a ParentVUE account, please contact your school.

Providing Immunization Information to the School

Once completed, provide documentation to your student’s school indicating that your student has received the immunization(s). All documentation must include the student’s full name and ID number. Immunization information must be delivered in person to the school's office.

If your student cannot receive an immunization for some reason, the health provider must give you a medical exemption statement to provide to your student’s school.

See Regulation 723-6, "Immunization Requirements," for additional information.

Physical Examination Requirement

Virginia law also requires students students registering for school for the first time in kindergarten through fifth grade to receive a comprehensive physical examination before beginning school.

This physical examination must be within 12 months before the student starts school. For students beginning school at the start of the 2025-26 school year, the physical exam must be dated no earlier than August 19, 2024.

Provide School Physical Information to the School

School physical appointments can be scheduled with your health care provider, urgent care, or local health clinics.

The completed school physical health form must be returned to your student’s school indicating that your student has received a school physical. School physical health forms must be delivered in person to the school's office.

If your student cannot receive a school physical for some reason, the healthcare provider must give you a medical exemption statement to provide to your student’s school.

Virginia Department of Health Resources

Nurse high-fiving a boy after he received a vaccination

Where can my child receive a vaccination?
Your child can receive any missing immunization(s) by scheduling an appointment with your health care provider, urgent care, local pharmacy, or one of the health care clinics found below.
Where can my child receive a physical examination?
Your child can receive a physical examination by scheduling an appointment with your health care provider, urgent care, or one of the health care clinics found below (not all clinics provide physical examinations).

Clinics Providing Immunizations and Physical Examinations

Inova Cares Clinic

Inova Cares Clinic
8051 Sudley Rd.
Manassas, VA 20109
571-719-4180
Appointment required
Accepts Medicaid and uninsured
Provides immunizations and school physicals

Sentara Community Care Center

Sentara Community Care Center
2296 Opitz Blvd STE 300
Woodbridge, VA 22191
703-523-1095
Appointment required
Accepts Medicaid and uninsured
Provides immunizations and school physicals

Mason and Partners (MAP)

Manassas Park MAP Clinic
9 Tremont St.
Manassas Park, VA, 20111
703-993-5880
Appointments Necessary; Walk-In Availability Limited
Accepts Medicaid and uninsured (children younger than 19 years old only)
Provides immunizations and school physicals

Prince William Health District

Manassas Clinic
9301 Lee Ave.
Manassas, VA 20110
703-792-6300

Woodbridge Clinic
4001 Prince William Parkway, Suite 101
Woodbridge, VA 22192
703-792-7300

Provides immunizations

Greater Prince William Health Center

GPW Health Center
Dumfries, Manassas, and Woodbridge
703-680-7950
Accepts Medicaid, insured, and uninsured
Provides immunizations and school physicals
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