California School Immunization Requirements
California schools are required to check immunization records for all new student admissions at transitional kindergarten (TK)/Kindergarten through 12th grade and all students advancing to 7th grade before entry. Parents must show their child's Immunization Record as proof of immunization.
Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, Tdap, or Td) — 5 doses
4 doses OK if one was given on or after 4th birthday. 3 doses OK if one was given on or after 7th birthday.
For 7th-12th graders, at least 1 dose of pertussis-containing vaccine is required on or after 7th birthday.
Polio (OPV or IPV) — 4 doses
3 doses OK if one was given on or after 4th birthday.
Hepatitis B — 3 doses
Not required for 7th grade entry.
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) — 2 doses
Both given on or after 1st birthday.
Varicella (Chickenpox) — 2 doses
Tetanus , Diphtheria , and Pertussis (Tdap) — 1 dose
Whooping cough booster usually given at 11 years and up.
Varicella (Chickenpox) — 2 doses
Usually given at ages 12 months and 4-6 years.
The TK/K-12 school requirements also typically apply to 7th grade students who:
Parents must show their child's Immunization Record as proof of immunization.
Please make sure your child's immunization records are current and available when completing school enrollment requirements.
The following resources provide additional information about immunization requirements and school immunizations.
Visit the California Department of Public Health for current TK-12 and 7th grade school immunization requirements.
Visit the California Department of Public Health for information and answers to frequently asked questions.
Find California school immunization information, guides, forms, and resources for schools and families.
View California Department of Public Health information about kindergarten immunization rates.
View California Department of Public Health information about 7th grade immunization rates.
Learn more about vaccines and vaccine-preventable diseases from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Please contact the Meridian Elementary School office for questions regarding student immunization records and enrollment requirements.
