Supporting children with allergies

There are increasing numbers of children presenting with allergies and intolerances in school and we appreciate how worrying this is for their families. We are keen to work with parents and carers to ensure that we have the best practice procedures in place in case of an emergency and also so that all children are able to fully participate in school life.  

Allergy safety and anaphylaxis policy 2026

Key personnel:

Miss K Timmins (SEN Coordinator)

Miss H Broderick (Catering manager)

Your child's class teacher

If you would like to speak to any of these members of staff, please contact the main school office to arrange an appointment.  

Key information:

The following staff are able to administer non-emergency medication:

Mrs A Dunn                         Mrs S Keenan                   Miss E Gatiss


This policy reflects the requirements of Benedict's Law and the Department for Education's statutory guidance on Allergy Safety in Schools. The school is committed to maintaining appropriate allergy management procedures, staff training, emergency medication provision, and individual healthcare plans to ensure the safety and inclusion of pupils with allergies.

Parents and carers can help us with this by ensuring that the school is provided with up-to-date written information about any allergies or intolerances, in line with the school's allergy management procedures and the expectations of Benedict's Law

Further information: Anaphylaxis UK – Benedict's Law
https://anaphylaxis.org.uk/education/benedicts-law/

Throughout the year, it is likely that all classes will take part in an activity or event which includes food.  For example, the Friends of the School run a monthly 'Bake a Cake' day and, at Christmas time, food will be served at the parties.  

To discuss how your child will be supported to take part in these activities, please contact their class teacher.  

There may, of course also be curriculum activities which involve handling or tasting food.  On these occasions, your child's class teacher will contact you at least one week beforehand to agree with you how your child will be supported to participate.