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School food: the role of governing boards

Find out how schools meet national school food standards and how governing boards can help to embed a positive school food culture.

Guidance
03/09/2025
Pupils-learning having packed lunch

Schools play a significant role in supporting pupils to develop healthy habits and behaviours that extend into adulthood. Governing boards have a statutory responsibility to ensure adherence to School Food Standards and are crucial in establishing a positive school food culture.

Our school food guidance covers:

  • understanding school food provision and standards
  • making provision inclusive
  • free school meals
  • how to influence and monitor your school food offer

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