The flu can still be a deadly disease. Texas DSHS has materials specifically created for daycare and childcare facilities on the signs, symptoms and risks of childhood flu. These materials and more are available free of charge from Texas DSHS.
School and Childcare
This page provides information about School and Childcare.
Whether your child is starting daycare or moving on to college, you'll find all the information needed for vaccinations required by Texas schools, regardless of age.
School and Childcare Vaccine Requirements
School and childcare vaccine requirements are authorized under Texas statutes, Health and Safety Code, Education Code, and Human Resources Code.
In September 2025, the process for obtaining a conscientious exemption was modified due to the passage of House Bill 1586, 89th Legislature, Regular Session. The bill amended Health and Safety Code Chapter 161.0041, which states that a person claiming an exemption from a required immunization based on reasons of conscience, including a religious belief, must complete the blank affidavit form provided by DSHS. Additionally, DSHS revised the Texas Administrative Code, Title 25, Chapter 97, §97.62 Exclusions from Compliance and §97.64 Required Vaccinations for Students Enrolled in Health-related and Veterinary Courses in Institutions of Higher Education.
DSHS now posts a blank immunization exemption affidavit form, stock F11-11755 (PDF) for a person to download and submit to their child-care facility, school, or institution of higher education, including health-related or veterinary courses. A person can still request that DSHS mail them the form.
The current process for requesting the form is available on the Texas Immunization Exemption page on the DSHS website.
What You Should Know
Showing 4 - 4 of 4
Pagination
- Previous page
- Page 2