Georgia requires a Certificate of Immunization (Form 3231), eye/ear/dental screening, and a nutrition screening for new students. Here's every form, where to get it, and what Georgia law says — all cited to official sources.
Last verified: August 26, 2026
Georgia law (O.C.G.A. §20-2-771) requires every child attending school or childcare to have a valid Georgia Form 3231 (Certificate of Immunization) on file. This form is completed by a healthcare provider or public health clinic and documents all required vaccines.
Required vaccines for school entry:
6th grade additional requirement: Tdap booster (on or after age 10) and 1 dose of MenACWY (meningococcal conjugate).
Georgia requires an eye, ear, dental, and nutrition screening (Georgia Form 3300) for all children within 12 months of first entering the Georgia school system. This applies to students entering pre-K, kindergarten, or first grade for the first time, and to students transferring in from out of state.
This screening can be completed by a physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or public health clinic. The Form 3300 must include all four components: vision, hearing, dental check, and nutritional assessment (height, weight, BMI).
(Source: Georgia Department of Public Health; Georgia Comp. R. & Regs. 511-2-2-.07, accessed Aug 26, 2026)
Unlike some states, Georgia does not require a comprehensive physical examination for general school attendance at the state level. The Form 3300 screening covers the basics (eyes, ears, dental, nutrition), but it's not a full physical exam.
However, a sports physical (GHSA Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation) is required for athletic participation. And many pediatricians recommend a well-child checkup before school starts even though it's not legally required — it's a good time to catch up on any needed vaccines and complete the Form 3231.
(Source: Georgia Department of Education — Health and Physical Education, accessed Aug 26, 2026)
Contact your county health department to request your child's record from GRITS (Georgia Registry of Immunization Transactions and Services). This tells you what's already on file and what vaccines are missing.
Your provider can administer any missing vaccines and complete Form 3231 (immunization certificate) and Form 3300 (screening) in a single visit. Bring any immunization records you have.
Make sure you leave the office with a completed Form 3231 and Form 3300. Both need the provider's signature and date.
Turn in both forms to the school registrar or health office before the first day of school. Keep copies of everything — you'll need Form 3231 again if you change schools or districts.
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Georgia recognizes medical exemptions and religious exemptions to school immunization requirements. There is no philosophical exemption in Georgia.
Governing statute: O.C.G.A. §20-2-771.
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