School Food Standards: updating the legislative framework (Easy Read)

Overview

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

Why your views matter

School Food Standards are rules that schools in England must follow.

These rules help make sure that children get healthy food and drinks in school.

The rules were made in 2014.

They have been used for more than 10 years.

But food and health advice has changed since then, so the rules need updating.

The government wants to help improve children’s health.

School food is an important part of this.

Good food at school helps children get the energy and nutrients they need each day.

It also helps children learn healthy eating habits for life.