Food Hygiene and Safety Level 2 for Primary Schools

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Food Hygiene and Safety Level 2 for Primary Schools

A practical course for primary school catering teams covering food hygiene, safety laws, allergens, HACCP, and cross-contamination prevention. Designed to help staff maintain high standards, manage risks, and keep young pupils safe.

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Course Accreditations

This course has been independently certified by the The CPD Certification Service.

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Course Details

The Food Hygiene and Safety Level 2 for Primary Schools Course is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and practical skills for catering professionals responsible for food safety in primary school environments. This course explores key principles of food safety and hygiene, emphasising legal compliance and best practices to ensure the protection of young pupils (ages 4 to 11) health and safety.

Primary school catering teams will gain an in-depth understanding of food safety laws and regulations, the principles of hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP), and how to effectively prevent cross contamination. The course covers foodborne illnesses, the 14 major food allergens, hygiene practices, cleaning protocols, and safe food preparation and storage techniques specific to primary school meal services.

Ideal for kitchen staff, catering managers, and primary school food service leaders, this course equips participants with the tools and confidence to maintain high standards of hygiene, manage risks, and create a safe food environment for young pupils and school staff.

This course ensures compliance with UK food safety standards and helps primary school catering services protect their reputation while safeguarding young pupils’ welfare and public health.

    Food Hyiene Principles Cross Contamination Prevention HACCP principles (introduction) Personal Hygiene Standards in Catering

Course Aims

The Primary Aim of this food hygiene and safety level 2 course is to equip catering professionals working in primary school environments with a comprehensive understanding of essential food safety practices. The course will cover the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern food safety in schools, emphasising the critical importance of adhering to these standards to prevent adverse health consequences and ensure young pupil safety.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain why food safety is especially important in primary schools and how it protects young pupils and staff.​
  • Describe the health, legal, and reputational consequences of poor food hygiene in a primary school setting.​
  • Apply practical methods to prevent cross-contamination during food preparation, storage, cooking, and service.​
  • Recognise common foodborne illnesses and high‑risk foods and explain how to handle and store them safely.​
  • Develop and follow effective cleaning schedules to maintain high hygiene standards in primary school kitchens.​
  • Manage food allergens and food hypersensitivity, including the 14 major allergens and safe procedures for allergen‑free meals.​
  • Respond appropriately to anaphylaxis and other allergy emergencies in a primary school environment.​
  • Use HACCP principles and food safety management systems to control food safety risks in school catering.​
  • Carry out product withdrawals and manage food safety incidents to minimise risk and protect pupils.​
  • Handle parent and carer concerns about food safety in a professional, transparent, and reassuring way.

Course Curriculum

  • Introduction
  • Understanding Food Law and Standards
  • Regulatory Bodies and Their Role
  • Environmental Health Practitioners (EHPs)
  • The Importance of Good Food Hygiene
  • Consequences of Poor Food Hygiene
  • Learning Outcomes of Module 1

  • Food Hygiene and Safety in Primary School Catering 4 Assessments

  • Understanding Foodborne Illness and Food Poisoning in Young Children
  • High-Risk Foods
  • Preventing Food Poisoning
  • Food Contaminants
  • Bacteria
  • Temperature Danger Zone
  • Toxins and Spores in Food Safety
  • Understanding Common Foodborne Illnesses and Pathogens
  • Physical Contamination of Food
  • Preventing Physical Contamination
  • Chemical Contamination of Food
  • Allergen Contamination and Young Pupils
  • The 14 Major Food Allergens
  • Signs and Symptoms of Food Allergy Reactions
  • Symptoms of Severe Allergic Reaction – Anaphylaxis
  • Natasha's Law
  • Preventing Allergen Contamination in Primary School Kitchens
  • Learning Outcomes of Module 2

  • Food Contamination and Foodborne Illnesses in Primary Schools 4 Assessments

  • Understanding Cross-Contamination
  • Personal Hygiene and Fitness to Work
  • Reporting Sickness for Food Handlers
  • Effective Handwashing
  • Disposable Gloves in Food Handling
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Cleaning Processes
  • Cleaning Regime in Primary School Kitchens
  • Cleaning Different Surfaces and Equipment
  • Learning Outcomes of Module 3

  • Cross-Contamination and Personal Hygiene in Primary School Kitchens 4 Assessments

  • Separating Foods Properly
  • Colour-Coded Equipment for Safe Food Handling
  • Temperature Control and Thermometers
  • Food Storage Best Practices
  • Stock Rotation and Date Labelling
  • Safe Food Preparation Techniques
  • Cooking Meat Safely
  • Cooking Rice Safely
  • Serving Food Safely in Primary Schools
  • Managing Suppliers and Deliveries for Primary Schools
  • Learning Outcomes of Module 4

  • Prepare, Separate, and Serve Food Safely in Primary Schools 4 Assessments

  • Maintaining Food Hygiene and Safety
  • Implementing HACCP Principles in Primary Schools
  • Due Diligence in Primary School Catering
  • Managing Food Safety Incidents
  • Product Withdrawals in Primary Schools
  • Managing Parent and Carer Concerns in Primary Schools
  • Learning Outcomes of Module 5

  • Food Safety Management in Primary Schools 4 Assessments

  • End of Course Summary

  • End of Course Summary 20 Assessments

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Related Organisations

Food Standards Agency
Food Standards Scotland
Health & Safety Executive
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