--- title: "A Proactive Approach to Allergy Management" url: "https://www.melkshamoak.wilts.sch.uk/news/2026-06-30-a-proactive-approach-to-allergy-management-10" school: "Melksham Oak Community School" --- [Sixth Form Open Evening - Thursday 12th November 2026 from 5pm to 7pm - Click to book ](https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/R5YdwhGMEc) # A Proactive Approach to Allergy Management 30 June 2026 The White Horse Federation has demonstrated a strong, forward-thinking approach to allergy management across its 30 schools. In November 2024, TWHF Commercial Director Rijk Van Der Merwe, identified the need for a more proactive strategy to support pupils with allergies. Following discussions with Kitt Medical, the trust implemented Anaphylaxis Kitts alongside comprehensive staff training, ensuring schools were equipped to respond effectively to allergic emergencies. You can watch the full story here: [YouTube video](https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/6myACK1wHsM?rel=0) This early action positioned the federation ahead of the requirements set out in Benedict’s Law, which mandates that all schools in England must have adrenaline auto-injectors, appropriate training, and clear allergy policies in place by September 2026. While many schools are now working towards compliance, The White Horse Federation is already well prepared. Demonstrating the value of early planning, strong leadership, and a clear commitment to student safety and wellbeing. [ Changes to Free School Meals Guidance](https://www.melkshamoak.wilts.sch.uk/news/2026-06-12-changes-to-free-school-meals-guidance-10) [Summer transition tasks for Year 11 to Year 12 ](https://www.melkshamoak.wilts.sch.uk/news/2026-07-29-summer-transition-tasks-for-year-11-to-year-12) ![Melksham Oak Community School](https://files.schudio.com/melksham-oak-community-school/images/logo/Image_copy.png) **Melksham Oak Community School** Bowerhill Melksham Wiltshire SN12 6QZ Tel: 01225 792700 ### Useful Links - [Privacy Policy](https://thewhitehorsefederation.org.uk/privacy-policy) - [Cookies](https://thewhitehorsefederation.org.uk/cookies) - [GDPR](https://thewhitehorsefederation.org.uk/about-our-trust/gdpr) - [Modern Slavery Statement](https://thewhitehorsefederation.org.uk/modern-slavery-statement) - [Equality Act](https://files.schudio.com/the-white-horse-federation/files/documents/policies/08_SP_V1_Equality,_Diversity_and_Inclusion_Policy_2026.pdf) ### Useful Links - [Behaviour Policy](https://files.schudio.com/the-white-horse-federation/files/documents/04_SP_V9_Behaviour_Policy_2026(1).pdf) - [Vacancies](https://www.melkshamoak.wilts.sch.uk/about-us/vacancies) - [Curriculum ](https://www.melkshamoak.wilts.sch.uk/learning-education/curriculum) - [Facilities for Hire](https://schoolhire.co.uk/melksham/melkshamoak) - [ParentPay](https://www.melkshamoak.wilts.sch.uk/parents-students/parentpay) - [Contact Us](https://www.melkshamoak.wilts.sch.uk/contact) Proud to be a part of [**The White Horse Federation**](https://thewhitehorsefederation.org.uk/) [![](https://www.melkshamoak.wilts.sch.uk/images/TWHF.png)](https://thewhitehorsefederation.org.uk/) Registered in England: Company Number: **08075785** Registered Office: Plymouth St, Swindon SN1 2LB © Copyright 2023–2026 Melksham Oak Community School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://www.melkshamoak.wilts.sch.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)