AllergyWise® for Schools

Written by specialists in the medical and education sectors, CPD certified, endorsed by expert

allergy clinicians to ensure that all participants can recognise the signs of a serious allergic

reaction (anaphylaxis) and have the confidence to safely manage students with allergies.
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AllergyWise® for Schools

The most comprehensive allergy training and support for schools in the UK, written by specialists in the medical and education sectors and endorsed by clinicians, our new and improved AllergyWise® courses are CPD certified, meaning that you can be assured that all information is up to date, medically accurate and complies with the relevant legislation from the Department of Education and Department of Health. The courses ensure that organisations are able to become allergy aware in addition to being equipped to respond confidently in an emergency situation.

The essential core content includes common causes of an allergic reaction, how to recognise and manage anaphylaxis, how to use adrenaline auto-injectors in an emergency, and practical tips for safely managing children and young people with allergies.

Our engaging courses typically take an hour to complete and include practical scenarios, videos, optional narration and quizzes. After a final assessment there is a downloadable certificate. Lead by a former head teacher and developed with expertise over the last 10 years, this allergy training includes additional material only available on the AllergyWise course including lesson and assembly plans, plus other free materials to include in the school curriculum.

AllergyWise® for Schools course

This CPD-certified course is evidence-based and developed by a team of medical and educational experts, including allergy nurses, paediatric allergy consultants, teachers, and headteachers. It is tailored for all school staff, recognising that any member of staff may find themselves supporting a child experiencing anaphylaxis. The course employs modern, interactive learning techniques, featuring practical scenarios, videos, and audio materials.

Modules and Topics

The AllergyWise® for Schools curriculum provides comprehensive training for school staff, equipping them to manage allergies and anaphylaxis effectively. It covers essential topics such as recognising the signs and symptoms of serious allergies, safe management practices, and administering adrenaline auto-injectors during emergencies. Guidance on emergency response protocols and the secure storage of auto-injectors ensures safety and readiness. Additionally, the programme emphasises inclusivity and safeguarding, fostering a supportive environment for all children, including those with serious allergies.

The AllergyWise® for Schools curriculum includes
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Signs and symptoms of allergy & anaphylaxis
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Emergency response in the event of anaphylaxis
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Administration of adrenaline auto-injectors
  • right_arrow_orange_icon How to storage adrenaline auto-injectors safely
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Allergy Management in Schools
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Inclusivity
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Safeguarding

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Pricing information

Purchase cost

  • Course cost: £105 including VAT.

 

  • This provides enrolment for 10 participants.

 

  • For schools to be able to become allergy aware the information on how to support children and young people cannot sit with one or two people. We have determined that a minimum of 10 people are essential for a school to become allergy aware.

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Additional Information

  • Discounts are available for bulk purchases over 50 participants.

 

  • Returning organisations are eligible for a 20% discount.

 

  • Bespoke pricing is available for Multi-academy Trusts and Local Authorities.

 

  • Please get in touch using the contact form to request the discount or discuss bulk purchases.

 

  • The price of the training also includes the school resource packs with materials to support the curriculum.

 

 

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Help and FAQs

How serious allergies affect Schools

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Up to 8% of children have food allergies
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There is likely to be one child in a group of 30 with a food allergy
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Cow’s milk is the highest cause of fatal anaphylaxis in Under 16s

AllergyWise® Schools Award

Show your school’s dedication to inclusive allergy management by applying for the FREE AllergyWise® Schools Award.

Awarded schools receive tailored support through our Education and AllergyWise Manager, as well as access to our helpline for expert advice. Successful applicants are recognised with a certificate, a logo to display on their website and letterheads, and a feature on our website and social media. This highlights your commitment to providing exceptional care for students with allergies, promoting your school as a safe and inclusive environment.

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Allergy Awareness Lesson Packs

Our updated allergy awareness lesson resource packs for primary and secondary schools are included as part of this course! Completing our course before delivering the resources will give staff the knowledge to feel confident teaching about allergies.

Primary School

The primary school resource pack is packed with helpful materials to teach pupils about allergies. Here’s what it includes:

 

  • Four ready-to-use lesson plans tailored for all age groups.
  • Five additional downloads, including:
    • A fun quiz.
    • Presentations.
    • Engaging activities.

 

These resources align with the statutory Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) curriculum in England but can be used by schools across the UK. They not only raise awareness about allergies but also help children with allergies feel fully included in school life.

Secondary School

The secondary school resource pack is designed to facilitate an allergy awareness session/s with secondary school age pupils. This could be part of PSHE, Citizenship or during tutor time. The session aims to improve pupils’ knowledge of serious allergies and to raise awareness of the emotional impact that allergies can have. The resource pack includes four downloads with a ready-to-use lesson plan, presentation, quiz and teacher notes. Additionally there is a new pack of resources for the cooking department with everything the staff need to know in order to keep children with allergies safe and fully included.

Other AllergyWise® Courses

Unlike other allergy training, Anaphylaxis UK is uniquely placed to provide regularly updated the AllergyWise® courses and content to make sure that you receive the most up-to -date support.

AllergyWise® for Early Years Settings

This course for all early years providers covers common causes of allergic reactions, symptoms of anaphylaxis, how to use adrenaline auto-injectors (EpiPen® and Jext®), and how to manage children with allergies in early years settings, including allergen avoidance, responsibilities, risk assessment, Allergy Action Plans, storage of adrenaline auto-injectors and practical scenarios relevant to early years settings.

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AllergyWise® for Wraparound Care and Holiday clubs

Evidence based, CPD certified and constructed by medical and educational specialists including allergy nurses, paediatric allergy consultants, teachers and headteachers.

This course is designed for all staff within the organisation. Any member of staff, at any time, could be with a child experiencing anaphylaxis.

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AllergyWise® course FAQs

Please see some frequently asked questions below and our step-by-step guide for information.

  • How do I buy the AllergyWise® for Schools course?

    Click one of the purchase buttons throughout this page, or through this link. Payment is made by credit/debit card or invoice.  Please note that paying by invoice takes longer to access the course as payment has to be received before access to the course can be granted.  Payment by credit/debit card gives instant access.

     

  • How much does the course cost?

    The course costs £10.50 including VAT per person. There is a minimum purchase of 10.

    20% discount the next year for schools who purchase the course again the following year. If you’ve previously bulk purchased our AllergyWise® for Schools course for 10 or more of your staff, please use the contact form to get in touch for a discount code before purchasing.

    If you’re a Multi Academy Trust, large school or organisation looking to purchase the course for 50 or more staff, please use the contact form to get in touch for bespoke pricing.

  • Why do I have to buy for a minimum of 10 staff?

    We encourage a whole school allergy awareness approach and training of both teaching and non-teaching staff, as this is the safest way to manage pupils with allergies. The more staff who are allergy aware and can recognise the signs of anaphylaxis, the safer all pupils with allergies in school will be.

    You can buy for more than 10 staff, however, 10 is the minimum purchase.

    As well as our updated and improved online training, our course also includes additional benefits: allergy awareness lesson resource packs included with ready-to-use lesson plans, presentations and activities, to encourage whole-school allergy awareness and inclusivity of all pupils. Plus the opportunity to achieve our AllergyWise® School award.

  • What if I don’t need to buy for 10 staff?

    We have determined that 10 staff are the minimum that schools need to train.  This ensures that the school is always covered during breaks, illness, CPD and other absence and is not left in a vulnerable position because the trained staff are unavailable.

    10 is the minimum purchase. Once purchased, you will be able to use the course places for 12 months, so if you have any staff changes, new staff members, ad-hoc staff etc. then these staff can also be trained.

    For individuals, we have a wealth of information and resources on our website, including our Safer Schools Programme.

  • My school has previously bulk purchased the course for more than 10 staff and we're looking to purchase again. How do we get the 20% discount?

    If your school has previously purchased  AllergyWise® for Schools course for 10 or more staff and you’re looking to purchase again, please use this contact form to get in touch. You will be sent a 20% discount code to apply before purchasing the course.

  • What happens after I’ve purchased for this course for my staff?

    The Course Admin, (often the purchaser) receives an email to guide the next steps.  Once purchased the Course Admin enrols users onto the course. The is done by logging into  My account and going to ‘Course Admin’. Users are enrolled by entering  name and email address into the boxes. The enrolled user will then receive an email with their account login details so they can access the training. Each staff member needs their own account to complete the course individually.

     

  • I've purchased the course but now want to buy for more staff, what do I do?

    Log into your account: My Account, open the Course Admin tab on the left hand side and click ‘Add additional users’

  • I need more help

    Further help is available here.