Guidance
School food standards: checklist for headteachers
Checklist of actions and guidance to improve school food culture and increase the take-up of school lunches.
Applies to England
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The school food standards are designed to help children develop healthy eating habits. This checklist and guidance helps headteachers and other school staff to improve school food culture and increase the take-up of school lunches.
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Published 14 September 2026