Back-to-School Allergy Prep: Top Tips for Parents

In this episode of Let’s Talk About Allergies, we welcome back Tracey Dunn, Education and AllergyWise® Manager at Anaphylaxis UK. With her extensive 15-year experience as a headteacher in allergy-aware schools and as a parent of teens with serious allergies, Tracey shares practical advice for parents whose children are getting ready to start or return to school in September. Tracey guides you step by step: from building a strong, proactive relationship with school staff to empowering your child’s independence while prioritising their safety. Discover how to avoid common pitfalls, help your child feel included, and navigate what to do if a school isn’t taking allergies seriously. We also discuss how to manage back-to-school nerves, both for children and parents. Whether your child is starting reception or moving up to secondary school, this episode is packed with practical tips, useful resources, and expert reassurance—everything you need to advocate confidently for your child’s health, happiness, and inclusion all year long. For more information, visit our Safer Schools Programme and discover how AllergyWise training can support the whole school community.For the resources discussed in the episode visit:Allergy training for schoolsFree school resources to download (risk assessment templates)Allergy action plansPodcast episode on managing allergies during school eventsPodcast episode on preparing for secondary school with allergiesAllergy anxiety resourcesAllergy management education newsletter sign up