The schedule (born on or after 1 October 2024)
| Age | Vaccines |
|---|---|
| 2 months | 6-in-1, PCV, MenB, rotavirus |
| 4 months | 6-in-1, MenB, rotavirus |
| 6 months | 6-in-1, PCV |
| 12 months | MMR, MenB, chickenpox |
| 13 months | 6-in-1, MenC, PCV |
| 4 to 5 years (school) | 4-in-1, MMR |
| First year of secondary | HPV, Tdap, MenACWY |
Children born before 1 October 2024 follow the earlier schedule, which has MenC at 6 months and Hib/MenC at 13 months, without chickenpox.
School vaccines
The HSE school team offers the 4-in-1 and MMR in junior infants, and HPV, Tdap and MenACWY in first year of secondary school.
Keeping a record with ViscaCare
Add each child with their date of birth. Your Vault then shows the next stage and its date, and "Mark as given" saves it to your medical calendar.
Good to know
The tracker is a reminder based on the national schedule. Your GP or public health nurse has your child's official record.
Common questions
When are babies vaccinated in Ireland?
At GP visits at 2, 4, 6, 12 and 13 months. Babies born on or after 1 October 2024 also get the chickenpox vaccine at 12 months.
Do childhood vaccines cost anything?
No. Vaccines in the primary childhood schedule and the school programme are free.
What if my child missed a vaccine?
Contact your GP. Missed vaccines can usually be caught up, and the HSE runs catch-up programmes.
Where these figures come from
- HSE - Vaccines for your child
- HSE - Changes for babies born from 1 October 2024
- Citizens Information - Vaccinations for children
Charges and thresholds change. We check these figures regularly, but always confirm the current rate with the official source before you rely on it. This page explains entitlements, costs and process - it is not medical advice.
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