Allergies & Health

Allergies

An allergy is a reaction of the body’s immune system to substances that are usually harmless. The reaction can cause minor symptoms such as itching, sneezing or rashes but sometimes causes a much more severe reaction called anaphylaxis.

Anaphylaxis is a serious, life-threatening allergic reaction. The whole body is affected often within minutes of exposure to the allergen, but sometimes it can be hours later. Causes can include foods, insect stings, and drugs.

It is possible to be allergic to anything which contains a protein, however most people will react to a fairly small group of potent allergens.

Common UK Allergens include (but are not limited to):-

• Peanuts
• Tree Nuts
• Sesame
• Milk
• Egg
• Fish
• Latex
• Insect venom
• Pollen and Animal Dander

Medical Conditions

We are an inclusive community that welcomes and supports children and young people with medical conditions. We provide all children and young people with equal opportunities in our school.  

All relevant staff understand the medical conditions that affect children and young people at our school. We also make sure all our staff understand their duty of care to children and young people in the event of them requiring medical intervention. We accept responsibility for members of staff who give or supervise children and young people with the taking of medication / medical procedures during the school day.

School Policies - Allergies & Medical Conditions

The policies below sets out how St Bartholomew’s C of E Primary School will support pupils with allergies and medical conditions, to ensure they are safe and are not disadvantaged in any way whilst taking part in school life.