Immunization Requirements for Child Care/Preschool and TK/K-12 Schools

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Page last updated 9/2/2026.

The County of San Diego is dedicated to preventing vaccine-preventable diseases by following the West Coast Health Alliance’s (WCHA) recommendations for vaccinations based on credible, transparent, and science-based evidence.

By law, children in California are required to receive certain immunizations in order to attend public and private elementary and secondary schools, child care centers, family day care homes, nursery schools, day nurseries, and developmental centers (pre-kindergarten facilities). Schools and pre-kindergarten facilities are required to enforce immunization requirements, maintain immunization records of all children enrolled, and submit reports.

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Contact the San Diego Immunization Unit via e-mail or call (866) 358-2966 for more information and resources.