School Flu Vaccination Service

Protecting Students, Staff, and the Wider School Community.

As part of our commitment to public health, McCabes Pharmacy is proud to invite schools across Ireland to participate in our 2025 Schools Winter Flu Vaccination Programme.

Flu season can seriously impact student attendance and school operations. Our school flu vaccine service helps reduce illness-related absences and keeps your school community healthy and thriving.

Influenza can lead to serious complications in children. Between 2009 and 2019, nearly 5,000 children in Ireland were hospitalised due to flu-related issues, with almost 200 requiring intensive care. According to the HSE (2025), flu vaccines typically reduce the risk of infection by 40–60%.

By partnering with McCabes Pharmacy, your school can play a key role in reducing the spread of flu, protecting vulnerable students, and minimising classroom disruption.

✅ Trusted Experience & Professionalism

Our qualified pharmacists are highly trained, registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland, and have years of experience in delivering school vaccination programmes across the country. Here’s what one school shared:

“The whole process was extremely professional and organised… It didn’t interfere with our day-to-day schedule, and the vaccinators were not only efficient but also incredibly kind and friendly with each child.”

✅ On-Site Flu Vaccination for Students and Staff

We bring our school vaccination clinics directly to you — eliminating the need to travel and minimising disruption to the school day.

✅ Easy, GDPR-Compliant Consent Process

Consent is managed securely via our digital platform, integrated with your school’s communication system. For additional assurances printed copies are also brought on the day.

✅ Parental Education & Ongoing Support

We offer clear informational resources for families and staff, and are available to address any questions your school may have.

Register your school’s interest by completing our online form here:

The children’s nasal flu vaccine (for eligible age groups) will be available from late September to early October 2025. We’ll contact the school in early September to confirm a suitable vaccination date.