14/07/2025
C H I L D H O O D I M M U N I S A T I O N S - Changes from July 2025
If your child is born on or after 1 July 2024, here’s what you need to know:
💉 At 8 Weeks:
No Changes - Standard 6-in-1 (DTaP/IPV/Hib/HepB), MenB, and rotavirus vaccines remain the same.
💉 At 12 weeks:
➡️ The second MenB vaccine will now be given at 12 weeks (instead of 16) to protect babies earlier.
💉 At 16 weeks:
➡️ The pneumococcal vaccine (PCV13) will now be given at 16 weeks (instead of 12).
🎂 Around 1 year:
❌ The Hib/MenC vaccine is being removed.
✅ Babies will still get their MMR, MenB booster, and PCV booster.
🗓️ New appointment at 18 months (starting Jan 2026):
✅ A 4th dose of the 6-in-1 vaccine will be added.
✅ The 2nd MMR dose moves earlier (from age 3y 4m to 18 months).
👶 Babies who need extra Hep B protection:
✔️ No more separate Hep B jab at 1 year.
✔️ It’ll now be included at the 18-month visit.
✔️ Blood tests for Hep B can happen between 12–18 months.
📘 Check your baby’s Red Book.
💬 Speak to your GP or health visitor if you’re unsure which schedule your baby follows.
✅ Why these changes?
- Earlier protection for serious illnesses like meningitis B (by administering doses sooner).
- The discontinuation of Menitorix prompted schedule rebalancing.
- Removing Hib/MenC at 1 year is safe due to strong adolescent coverage of MenC.
-Shifting MMR2 to 18 months encourages earlier immunity amid rising measles cases.
👩⚕️ What this means for you as a parent
If your child is born on or after 1 July 2024:
Expect the MenB vaccine at 12 weeks instead of 16 weeks.
Expect PCV13 at 16 weeks.
No Hib/MenC jab at 1 year.
A new 18-month clinic appointment for a 4‑in‑1 booster and MMR2.
If your child is born before 1 July 2024, they follow the existing schedule without these adjustments.
📌 What to do next
Keep your child’s Red Book updated and check upcoming appointments.
GP clinics and health visitors will be informed—expect reminders.
If your child is behind on vaccinations - please contact reception.
