Resources and Insight
Information and resources to support your whole school community. If there is a topic you would like us to cover in this section or other resources you would find helpful, please let us know.
Allergy Awareness Resources
Factsheets, posters and info to download and share with your school.
Articles
Is your school allergy safe?
Is your school allergy safe? Every year we work with hundreds of schools and see great allergy management, but sometimes there are gaps which put pupils at risk. Take our quiz to get your score.
Schools Allergy Register case study: Walbottle Village Primary School
Walbottle Village Primary near Newcastle was the first school to be awarded the Schools Allergy Register trust mark. This is the story of how we worked with them and what it means to the school.
Neffy, the needle-free alternative to adrenaline pens
Neffy is the needle-free alternative to adrenaline pens available in the US. We take a look at how the nasal spray works and find out when it could be given the go ahead for use in the UK.
Using an adrenaline pen to treat anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening. Know how to recognise anaphylaxis and how to treat it using an adrenaline pen.
Prime Minister addresses school allergy safety
The Prime Minister has emphasised the importance of keeping pupils with allergies safe at school and reminded governing bodies of their obligations.
Allergies in School – Parent Survey 2024
The findings of our Parent Survey 2024 about how food allergies are managed in schools make difficult reading. But we can support schools to implement best practice.
On air talking about the Schools Allergy Code
It was a privilege to sit on the BBC Breakfast sofa to talk about The Allergy Team's work with schools and the launch of the Schools Allergy Code to help keep pupils with allergies safer. Thanks to Garret Fay, CEO of Insignis Academy...
Time for change: a new code for allergy management in schools
The Schools Allergy Code is a new framework for best practice to help schools manage allergies. Backed by schools, families and allergy doctors, it sets out clear, practical guidance to support staff and help reduce risk. The Code was...
How to read food labels
Tips for reading food and ingredients labels. How allergens should be highlighted and understanding “may contain” warnings. Article by allergy author and mum, Alexa Baracaia.
Hay fever and food allergies
What is the link between hay fever and food allergy and how can you manage the symptoms?
Recall of Emerade adrenaline pens
People who carry Emerade adrenaline pens have been told to replace them with an alternative brand because of concerns they might not work properly if they have been dropped.
Allergic reactions in school – do you know what to do?
The results of our school staff survey covering training and confidence to recognise and respond to allergic reactions.
Eggs and chicks in the classroom
Is it safe for a pupil with an egg allergy to be in the classroom with an egg incubator and hatching chicks?
“Spare” adrenaline pens in schools
Schools are allowed to hold ‘spare’ adrenaline pens. Our guide explains when you can use them and how to manage them.
How does Natasha’s Law affect school cake sales?
We’ve had lots of questions about how Natasha’s Law affects events like school cake sales, so we asked the Food Standards Agency to clarify.
Bullying and food allergies
How to support your child if they are being bullied because of their food allergies, including advice from Clinical Psychologist, Dr Karen Murphy.
What is Natasha’s Law?
October 2021; a new law on food allergen labelling was introduced. With Allergy author Alexa Baracaia.
Free Downloads
Resources for schools, free for you to download and share.
Template School Allergy Policy
If you are looking template Allergy and Anaphylaxis Policy for your school or want support updating your current policy, we can help.It is best practice to have a separate Allergy and Anaphylaxis policy. We have developed a template...
Back to school ready
New school year? Your essential reminder of action to take now to get back to school ready for pupils with allergies. Whether it's the start of term or a new school year, get ahead when it comes to planning for pupils with allergies. Our...
Food allergy factsheet for staff
Food allergy facts for school staff and practical tips for supporting pupils with allergies.
Factsheet for parents and carers
Managing food allergies is everyone’s responsibility. Download and send out our “Understanding food allergy” factsheet for parents and carers – comes with template cover letter.
