Course Overview
This briefing provides staff in educational settings with an overview of upcoming changes to allergen safety in line with Benedict’s Law coming into effect from September 2026. It outlines key responsibilities, what will change in practice, and the actions staff and settings need to take to ensure compliance and pupil safety.
Why Attend?
· Understand what is changing from September 2026
· Ensure your setting is prepared and compliant
· Clarify staff responsibilities in managing allergies
· Reduce risk of serious incidents through awareness and planning
· Support a consistent, whole-school approach to allergen safety
What will it cover?
· Overview of Benedict’s Law and key changes
· What this means for schools and individual staff roles
· Expectations around:
- Identifying and recording allergies
- Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs)
- Communication with parents and staff
· Creating an allergen-aware environment
· Risk areas (mealtimes, trips, celebrations)
· Next steps for your setting (policies, training, procedures)
Who should attend?
Designated staff responsible for leading on allergen management and implementing upcoming changes within their setting. This may include:
- senior leaders
- safeguarding leads
- SENDCOs
Costs
£35.00 per delegate
All costs are subject to VAT. Failure to cancel or non-attendance will incur costs. All cancellations must be completed online at www.sil-ltd.co.uk at least 48 hours in advance
