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Last updated: 13/07/2026, 15:29

Why are vaccinations important?

The Dutch vaccination programme has been in existence for 80 years. Almost all people in the Netherlands have been vaccinated. As a result, many dangerous diseases no longer occur here.

Vaccinations are important. They are the only way to prevent diseases from spreading.

Can a daycare facility or school refuse your child if they are not vaccinated?

Schools may not refuse children who are not vaccinated because children must attend school according to compulsory education.

Different rules apply to

. Childcare organisations are sometimes allowed to refuse unvaccinated children. They may do so only if they follow strict rules. For example, they may not discriminate based on religion or other personal characteristics of children.


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