Digital resources

We have produced digital resources for school staff to help school staff support the National Flu Immunisation Programme.

These include:

  • teacher's briefing
  • an email template for staff
  • social media 
  • leaflets about the vaccine for parents, teachers and school pupils
  • consent form and consent form guidance

Find out more about the flu education pack.

What to expect during your flu vaccination videos

The videos prepare primary and secondary school pupils for what to expect during their flu vaccination.

They introduce flu and the concept of immunisation in a relevant and engaging way.

It shows how the nasal (nose) spray vaccine is given.

The video is aimed at:

  • primary and secondary school pupils

The video can be shown in classrooms, at assemblies or at home.

View the videos with music about what to expect during your flu vaccination for:

View the videos without music about what to expect during your flu vaccination for:

Kids Boost Immunity (KBI)

Kids Boost Immunity (KBI) is a global World Health Organization (WHO) accredited online educational resource designed to support at-home and in classroom learning.

This free online resource is designed for secondary school teachers who teach science, social studies, or health and wellbeing.

It aims to help teenagers understand the spread of infectious diseases, the immune system and vaccines.

Learn more about Kids Boost Immunity (external website).

Further information

For further information, please see the current childhood and school flu CMO (2023/24) letter (external website).

There are different resources for teachers and support staff who are receiving the vaccine.

Learn more about adult flu immunisations.

Last updated: 04 August 2023