At Wrotham Road School, we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all our pupils, including those with severe social, emotional and medical needs. We recognise that food allergies can be life-threatening and we take a proactive, whole-school approach to risk management.
Our Commitment to Safety
Wrotham Road School maintains a robust internal allergy management protocol as part of our Operations and Compliance Manual. This ensures that colleagues are trained in allergen awareness, symptom recognition and the administration of emergency medication (such as Adrenaline Auto-Injectors).
To minimise risk, we operate a strict “No Food Sharing” policy across all year groups and encourage pupils to take age-appropriate responsibility for their food choices.
Parental Responsibilities
The safety of our pupils relies on accurate, up-to-date information. We ask all parents and carers to:
- Disclose & Document: Complete the Allergy Declaration Form upon admission, providing full details of any food intolerances or allergies.
- Communicate Changes: Immediately notify the school office of any changes to your child’s allergy status, including new triggers, re-testing results or clinic summaries.
- Provide Medication: Ensure that any required emergency medication (AAIs, inhalers, or antihistamines) are supplied to the school, is in-date and is replaced before its expiry.
- Collaborate: Work with our team to create or update a Personal Healthcare Plan and attend meetings as required to ensure your child’s needs are met safely.
Emergency Protocols
In accordance with our Supporting Pupils with Medical Conditions Policy, Wrotham Road School holds “spare” emergency Adrenaline Auto-Injectors (AAIs) for use in the event of an emergency. Parents of children prescribed an AAI must provide formal consent for the use of this spare device.
Related Documents
For further information on how we support pupils with medical needs, please refer to:
- Supporting Pupils with Medical Conditions Policy (Available on our Policies page)
- Allergy Declaration Form (Available via the School Office)
