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.
Free Downloads
Resources for staff, parents and carers and pupils, free for you to download and share.
food allergy factsheet for staff
Food allergy facts for school staff and practical tips for supporting pupils with allergies.
FOOD ALLERGY POSTER FOR STUDENTS
Raise awareness of food allergies throughout your school with this thought-provoking, myth-busting poster.
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.
Articles
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 keep ‘spare’ adrenaline pens. When can you use them and how to get hold of them.
Treating an Allergic Reaction
If someone is experiencing an allergic reaction, it’s important to treat them quickly to relieve the symptoms.
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.
