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In January 2016, the Victorian State Government introduced a “No Jab, No Play” legislation designed to improve childhood vaccination rates and reduce the spread of vaccine-preventable diseases.
Before your child can start childcare at Spring Kids Early Learning Centre, it's vital to ensure that you have all the necessary immunisation documents in line with Victorian government regulations. These documents play a crucial role in safeguarding the health and well-being of all children in our care.
To comply with regulations, we require parents to provide us with their child's Immunisation History Statement from the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR). This statement verifies that your child's immunisations are up-to-date according to the National Immunisation Program schedule.
Ensuring that all children are appropriately immunised helps to create a safe and healthy environment for everyone at our centre. If you have any questions or need assistance obtaining the necessary documents, please don't hesitate to contact our team. We're here to support you every step in ensuring your child's health and well-being.
You can print a copy of your child’s Immunisation History Statement from your myGov account.
Download the Express Plus Medicare mobile app to access and print your child's Immunisation History Statement directly from your mobile device.
You can contact the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) by phone at 1800 653 809 to request a copy of your child's Immunisation History Statement.
You can visit a Medicare or Centrelink office in person to obtain a printed copy of your child's Immunisation History Statement.
For families who are not eligible to hold a Medicare card, alternative options are available:
Ask your immunisation provider to print an Immunisation History Statement for you.
Call the AIR to request an Immunisation History Statement to be posted to you (please allow up to 2 weeks for delivery).
Also, if you need help in a language other than English, you can access the Translating and Interpreting Service by calling 131 450, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:45 pm.
If you have any questions or concerns about your child's immunisation status, we encourage you to speak with your regular family doctor or locate your nearest immunisation provider. At Spring Kids, we are committed to supporting the health and well-being of every child in our care.
Immunisation plays a crucial role in safeguarding the health and well-being of children, educators, and the broader community.
1. Prevention of Serious Illnesses: Immunisation helps protect children from potentially life-threatening diseases such as measles, polio, whooping cough, and meningitis. By receiving vaccines, children develop immunity to these diseases, reducing their risk of contracting them.
2. Community Protection: Immunisation not only benefits the individual but also helps to create herd immunity within communities. When a significant portion of the population is immunised against a disease, it becomes more difficult for the disease to spread, protecting those who may not be able to receive vaccines due to medical reasons or age.
3. Reduction of Disease Outbreaks: Vaccination programs have been instrumental in reducing the incidence of many infectious diseases. By immunising children, we can prevent disease outbreaks that can potentially cause widespread illness, hospitalisation, and even death.
4. Long-term Health Benefits: Vaccines protect children from acute illnesses and improve their health and well-being. For example, some vaccines can prevent certain types of cancer associated with infections, such as cervical cancer caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).
5. Cost-effectiveness: Immunisation is a cost-effective public health intervention. The costs associated with treating vaccine-preventable diseases, including medical expenses and productivity losses, far outweigh the costs of immunisation programs.
Immunisation protects children from serious diseases, prevents outbreaks, and promotes overall health and well-being. Ensuring that children are up-to-date with their vaccinations can create healthier and safer communities for everyone.
