Nutrition
The Scottish Government introduced the “Hungry for Success” initiative aimed at developing a whole school approach to improved nutrition and healthy eating. The recommendations of Hungry for success includes the provision of special diets.
Forth Valley Health Services have worked in partnership with Stirling Council's Education Services and Catering Service to produce guidance on the different types of special diets which may be required.
Special Diet Menus for Primary Schools from April 2010 to March 2011
The document, "Policy and Guidance to Educational Establishments on the Provision of Medically Prescribed Diets", (Aug 2009) contains guidance for Parents and Staff and also Special Diet Referral forms which require to be completed for each school year.
If you wish to discuss any details of the document please contact Margaret Gilmour, Service Manager, Facilities Management Services.
