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All children in North Carolina must be vaccinated against certain diseases.  Immunization records are checked when a child enters school. Find out what vaccines children must have before entering school, access the online reporting system, and view, print or order resources schools may use to communicate with parents.


Annual Immunization Reporting for the 2023-2024 School Year Open

Proof of required immunizations and health assessments are required within 30 days of the first date of attendance of school. After the 30 days, children are to be excluded from school until the family provides documentation of requirements.

Reporting information can be found on the following pages


Childcare

K-12

College

Whether children are home-schooled, attend school in-person or by remote learning, they are required by state law to be immunized based on their age for certain vaccinations as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership.

N.C. Immunization Law

All children in North Carolina must be immunized. Find out what state law requires.

N.C. Exemptions

Some exemptions to state immunization law are allowed. Learn about exemptions here.