Australia Explained: How allergies are managed in Australian schools

Australia has one of the highest food allergy rates in the world. According to the Food Authority of New South Wales (NSW), food allergies now affect one in 10 infants and around two in 100 adults in Australia. Sending children with allergies and anaphylaxis to schools can be worrying for many parents, especially for those newly arrived in Australia, who may not be aware of the systems and guidelines in place.

Looking out for each other is one of the best ways to manage allergy in school and care. Credit: Getty / Getty Images/skynesher