Catch up on missed school vaccines
Parents and carers are being encouraged to ensure their children are fully protected against serious illnesses, as Easter catch-up vaccination clinics are now available across Greater Manchester.
IntraHealth is offering community clinic appointments throughout the Easter holidays for children who missed their routine school vaccinations, including the MenACWY (meningitis) vaccine and the Td/IPV (teenage booster).
Why vaccinations matter
While a child’s immune system can fight common illnesses like coughs, colds, and sore throats, it needs extra support to defend against more serious infections. Vaccination provides that protection, helping prevent complications such as paralysis, breathing difficulties, and in some cases, death. All NHS vaccinations are safe, effective, and free.
Protecting your child and community
Ensuring your child is up to date with vaccinations not only protects them but also helps safeguard the wider community.
Which vaccines are offered at school?
- HPV vaccine (Year 8, ages 12–13): Protects against human papillomavirus (HPV), which can cause several types of cancer later in life.
- Td/IPV booster (Year 9): Strengthens protection against tetanus, diphtheria, and polio, conditions that can cause heart failure, paralysis and breathing difficulties.
- MenACWY (Year 9): Protects against meningitis and sepsis, conditions which can cause permanent disability or even kill.
- Flu vaccine (up to Year 11): Helps prevent flu and complications such as pneumonia and bronchitis.
Booking a catch-up appointment
Children usually receive these vaccinations at school, but for those who missed their appointment, Easter clinics provide a convenient opportunity to catch up.
Visit our Easter catch up clinics page to see dates and times.
To book, call 03333 583 397 (Option 1). The team can also advise if a child will be offered another opportunity at school. Additional clinic dates are continuing to be added.
Clinic locations
Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford, and Wigan.
HPV vaccinations (Year 8)
If you have received a consent form for your child’s HPV vaccination, please complete the online form or return the paper copy to school. IntraHealth will attend schools after Easter to deliver these vaccinations.
Get trusted information
It is natural for parents to have questions about their child’s health. NHS vaccinations remain one of the most effective ways to protect children and young people from serious infectious diseases. To learn more, visit our childhood immunisation page.
