Written question asked by Emma Lewell (Labour) on Friday, 29 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Olivia Bailey (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Education.

School Meals: Standards

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the role of updated School Food Standards in supporting children’s health, wellbeing and readiness to learn.

Answer

A good meal or a nutritious breakfast can set a child up for the day. The department is consulting on proposed updates to the School Food Standards in England to ensure that all food served at school better reflects current nutritional guidance, supports our work to raise the healthiest generation ever, and ensures children are given the very best start in life.

Evidence shows that access to nutritious school meals is associated with higher attainment, improved behaviour, and better health and economic outcomes, factors that contribute to improved life chances for children.

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Type: Written question
Reference: 4110
Session: 2026-27
Subjects: Standards School meals
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

School Meals: Standards

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