Chickenpox vaccination,
for kids and adults.
2-dose vaccination preventing chickenpox (varicella). Recommended for unvaccinated adolescents and adults who haven't had chickenpox, and healthcare workers.
Our vaccination clinic runs throughout the week. Most patients are seen within 48 hours of booking. 15-minute appointment; observation period included.
What is the Chickenpox vaccine?
The chickenpox vaccine (Varivax) is a live attenuated varicella vaccine given as two doses, 4–8 weeks apart. Since January 2026 chickenpox has been part of the NHS childhood schedule, given as the combined MMRV vaccine at 1 year and 18 months, and at the pre-school booster for children born before 2025. We offer the single chickenpox vaccine to older children, teenagers and adults who have never had chickenpox or the vaccine, and we can follow the US schedule for families who have moved from the US. Chickenpox in adults is significantly more severe than in children - vaccination prevents the illness and also reduces the risk of shingles in later life.
Recommended for…
Older children outside the NHS programme, children on the US schedule, unvaccinated adolescents and adults who haven't had chickenpox, and healthcare workers.
Children outside the NHS programme
The NHS now gives young children chickenpox protection in the MMRV vaccine. Older children who missed out, and families following the US schedule, can have it privately with us.
Unvaccinated adults
Chickenpox in adults causes more severe illness - pneumonia, encephalitis and hospitalisation are significantly more common.
Healthcare workers
Healthcare workers who haven't had chickenpox must be vaccinated before patient contact to protect immunocompromised patients.
Simple, quick, done.
Book online or call
Select Chickenpox vaccination and choose a slot. Same-week appointments available.
Arrive at the clinic
Check in at The Clementine Churchill Hospital. Our nurse will review your history and confirm suitability.
Vaccination
15-minute appointment. The injection takes seconds. You will be observed for 15 minutes afterwards.
Record and follow-up
You receive a vaccination record. We advise on the next dose date if applicable.
Simple pricing
- Consultation and vaccination
- MHRA-approved vaccine
- 15-minute observation period
- Written vaccination record
- Schedule: 2 doses, 4–8 weeks apart
Price is per dose. Multi-dose schedules priced per dose. We do not bill insurers directly, but provide an itemised invoice so you can claim back yourself.
Frequently asked questions
How many doses does my child need?
Can adults have the chickenpox vaccine?
Can my child have the vaccine at the same time as other vaccinations?
What are the side effects?
Book your Chickenpox vaccination today.
Same-week appointments at The Clementine Churchill Hospital, Harrow.
or call 020 8861 1221