School Food Standards: updating the legislative framework

Overview

Government has committed to updating the School Food Standards, so every school is supported with the latest nutrition guidance.

Why your views matter

The Requirements for School Food Regulations 2014 (known as the School Food Standards) provide the legislative framework to ensure schools in England provide children with healthy food and drink, and to make sure that children have the energy and nutrition they need across the school day.

The existing standards have been in place for over ten years and no longer align with current dietary advice.

The Government is committed to improving children's health and school food is one important source of nutrition and plays a fundamental role in helping pupils develop healthy eating habits.