School Health Requirements
School Health Requirements
Physical Examination is required within one year of school entry and every three to four years, thereafter.
- Mandated physical examinations and screenings, unless written documentation provided by the student’s primary care provider (M.G.L. c.71, s.57):
- Physical examinations upon original entry and every three to four years thereafter. (MDPH regulations 105.CMR 200.100)
School immunization requirements must be met for school entry.
- Requirements vary by age group, and additional vaccinations are required during your child’s school years.
- Your child’s health care provider or your school nurses will alert you to need for additional vaccinations.
- See detailed immunization information here.
Lead Screening for Preschool and Kindergarten Entry
- The Massachusetts Lead Screening Program requires evidence of Lead Screening for entry into preschool or Kindergarten. (Lead Poisoning Screening regulation)
