Adolescent immunisation information for students

Vaccination is the most effective way to protect yourself and your community from diseases that can cause serious harm.
If you are in year 7 or 10, you can get free vaccinations to protect you from diseases.
Fully trained and qualified vaccination teams will come to your school to give you the vaccines.

Your vaccinations

Year 7

Year 7 students are offered:

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine: 1 dose
The HPV vaccine protects against the human papillomavirus (HPV)
Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (dTpa) vaccine: 1 dose
The dTpa vaccine protects against diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough (pertussis).

Year 10

Year 10 students are offered:

Meningococcal ACWY (Men ACWY) vaccine: 1 dose
The Meningococcal ACWY vaccine protects against 4 strains of meningococcal disease.

Before vaccinations

You may feel nervous, anxious or overwhelmed in the lead up to getting your vaccination. This is completely normal. Speak to your parents and friends about how you feel and what you are concerned about. If on the day you feel you can't get vaccinated, you can choose not to – it is up to you.

You may choose to get vaccinated at your doctor, participating community pharmacy, community immunisation clinic or Aboriginal Medical Service.

Getting vaccinated can be overwhelming for some people, so it is important to be kind to each other.

During vaccinations

You may feel a small prick or a sting, or you may feel nothing at all when you receive your vaccination.

After vaccination

Most vaccines can cause mild side effects. These should be explained to you by your vaccination provider.
Side effects after vaccination are usually mild and short lasting and do not need special treatment.
Be kind to your peers. For some people, getting vaccinated can be overwhelming.

Last reviewed: 04-02-2026