Childhood Vaccinations Birmingham
At the Oakley Medical Practice, we provide an extensive programme for childhood vaccinations in Birmingham. This protects children from highly infectious viruses and diseases, such as measles, tetanus and meningitis.
Our childhood vaccinations in Birmingham will not only protect your family, but those around you too. For example, young children who have not yet been vaccinated. This is also especially important when travelling abroad to high-risk countries.
To learn more about what vaccinations your child should have and when, please book an appointment with one of our nurses. Upon your consultation, we will ask about any allergies or recent vaccinations before providing you with a schedule.
Which Childhood Vaccinations Are Available Privately?
As a private GP practice in Birmingham, we offer a wide range of private childhood vaccinations, including routine childhood vaccines, catch-up vaccinations and alternative schedules.
| Vaccine | Protection against | Doses | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| MenB | Meningitis B | 2 to 3 depending on age | From £145 per dose |
| MenACWY | Meningitis A, C, W and Y | 1 dose | From £60 per dose |
| BCG | Tuberculosis (TB) | 1 dose | From £85 per dose |
| Hepatitis B | Hepatitis B | 3 doses | From £55 per dose |
| Diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, Hib and polio | Several bacterial and viral infections | Varies | From £35 to £160 per dose |
| MMR | Measles, mumps and rubella | 2 doses | From £100 per dose |
| Chickenpox | Chickenpox | 2 doses | From £90 per dose |
| HPV | Human papillomavirus (HPV) | 2 doses | From £195 per dose |
| Pneumococcal | Pneumococcal infections | Varies | Contact us |
| Rotavirus | Rotavirus infection | Varies | Contact us |
The MMR Vaccine
Two doses, with the first dose from around 12 months old.
From £100 per dose
The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps and rubella. The NHS replaced the standard MMR vaccine with MMRV in January 2026, which also protects against chickenpox as a fourth component. We still offer the MMR vaccine privately without chickenpox included, for parents who’d rather keep the two separate.
The Chickenpox Vaccine
Two doses and is available privately from 9 months old.
From £90 per dose
The single chickenpox vaccine protects against chickenpox without including the MMR components.
What Happens During Your Child’s Vaccination Appointment?
We are a GP-led service, with all vaccinations provided by qualified doctors or nurses in our CQC-regulated practice. Every childhood vaccination appointment starts with a consultation with you and your child, where our nurse or GP will review their vaccination history, health and any previous reactions before recommending the appropriate vaccine.
1. Discussion with nurse or GP
They’ll explain the vaccine, cover possible side effects and answer any questions you have. You can choose not to go ahead at any point.
2. Review of your child’s vaccination history
Please bring your child’s red book to the appointment. We’ll check their previous vaccinations and medical records to establish which doses they have already received and whether any are outstanding.
3. Health and medical history check
Before vaccination, we will confirm your child’s current health, allergies, previous reactions to vaccines and any relevant medical conditions.
4. Vaccination
Once you’re happy to proceed, the vaccine will be administered by our practice nurse or doctor. The injection site depends on your child’s age. Babies under 12 months are generally vaccinated in the thigh, while children over 12 months usually receive vaccines in the upper arm.
5. Your child’s records are updated
After the vaccination, we record the vaccine and relevant details in your child’s medical record and red book. If further doses are needed, we can advise you on when your child should return.
Private Childhood Vaccinations Birmingham
We believe every child should be protected against preventable diseases and infections, such as rotavirus, hepatitis B and polio. Our private childhood vaccinations in Birmingham will not only support throughout their earlier years, but into teenage and adulthood too.
While many of these conditions are rare in the UK, it is still important to have your child vaccinated when recommended. If the amount of vaccinations given decrease, these health concerns can resurge. In fact, 9 out of 10 people can become seriously ill if exposed to measles.
Our programme protects children of all ages, including infants, young children and adolescents. If you have any concerns or questions about our private childhood vaccinations in Birmingham, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Childhood vaccinations protect your child from Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough, Polio, Haemophilus Influenzae (Type B), Hepatitis B, Rotavirus, Meningococcal (Groups A, B, C, W & Y) Disease, Pneumococcal Disease, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, HPV, Meningitis.
These vaccines are essential to stimulate the production of antibodies that help your child fight off infections.
Absolutely. Millions of children receive essential vaccines each year without experiencing adverse effects. Although mild pain and swelling at the injection site are common, it’s highly unlikely that any serious side effects will occur.
A Practice Nurse will explain the process of your child’s vaccination, detail potential side effects and how to address them, allow you to voice your concerns and answer any questions you may have. You can choose to not go through with the vaccination at any time.
You’ll need to bring your child’s red book (and continue to do so until they’re 4), so the nurse can reference it where necessary and record the vaccination.
The vaccine will be administered in their upper arm if they’re over a year old and in their thigh if they’re under 12 months old. So we recommend dressing your child in short sleeves or loose-fitting clothing so as not to alert them.
Your nurse will conduct several checks before administering the vaccine and record it in your baby’s red book and on their medical record. Then, you’re all good to go!
- Popular Vaccines Offered: Single Measles, Measles/Rubella, and Chickenpox (2 vaccines available).
- Single Vaccine Options for Breakdown: Polio, Hib, and Hep B.
- Daptacel (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough)
- Standard Childhood Vaccines: HPV, Men B, Men ACWY, MMR, Rotavirus, and Pneumonia. Can be administered earlier or differently than NHS schedule.
- Travel Vaccines: Also provided for various travel health needs.
