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02/09/2026

Still confused about the Government's new Allergy Safety in Schools policy, how it links to Benedict's Law and what it actually means for your school?

Don't panic. We're hosting a free NYES Connect webinar where we'll be breaking down this guidance into clear steps, covering essential requirements around food allergen awareness, safe food provision, and the management of anaphylaxis.

This session will support you in understanding your responsibilities as a school, where accountability sits and how existing policies and procedures may need to be reviewed and strengthened.

This session will be delivered by NYES Catering's Training and Compliance Manager, Karen Breckon, and Senior Training and Learning Officer, Alana Miles. At the end of the session, there will be time for questions, giving you the opportunity to discuss any areas you'd like further guidance on.

Sign up for this free session below ⬇️
https://nyes.info/Event/302276

26/08/2026

Our Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 update webinar is here!

Save yourself a weekend of prep with our pre-recorded KSCiE 2026 update webinar... This ready-to-use training was developed by our safeguarding advisors and will help you deliver key KCSiE changes to your staff on your September inset day, without having to develop your own materials!

Hear from a previous attendee:
“A really clear and useful summary to support our staff training day in September.”

Ideal for all whole-staff training, this webinar can also be accessed by colleagues who are unable to attend your inset day - find out more on the link below ⬇️

https://nyes.info/Event/305168

19/08/2026

A huge congratulations to everyone who has received their exam results over the past week, and the very best of luck to those awaiting their GCSE results tomorrow!

You've put in the hard work, now take the time to celebrate your achievements and enjoy the results.

We also want to say a big thank you to everyone working behind the scenes to support students and pupils in schools. From the teachers who provide guidance and encouragement in every lesson, to the catering teams who keep students fuelled throughout the day, and the cleaning staff who help create welcoming schools and classrooms. There are countless people who play a part in helping young people succeed.

We're proud to work alongside schools throughout the year, supporting the vital work they do and helping to create the best possible learning environments.

To all those who work tirelessly to support schools and help students achieve their very best, thank you.

It truly takes a village.

12/08/2026

We know it seems a little early to start thinking about Autumn.... but it's always good to be prepared, right?

We'll be attending the CST Annual Conference on 15 & 16th October, down in Birmingham. If you're already attending, why not swing by our stand? Our Sales Team would love to say hello!

05/08/2026

Be honest... how many times did you swipe between these photos?

Because we've lost count.

This school hall floor has seen years of assemblies, PE lessons, performances and school events. But after some care, attention and a lot of hard work, it's ready to welcome pupils back once again. There's something incredibly satisfying about seeing a space restored to its former glory.

A huge well done to our NYES Cleaning colleagues for bringing this floor back to life!

29/07/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐘𝐄𝐒 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠

Last week, NYES Catering held their Area Supervisors' Development Day. It was fantastic to welcome so many members of the team from across the business for a day of learning, collaboration and development.

The day focused on service excellence, legislative updates, business priorities and training developments. The team also explored key areas for supporting and strengthening our catering services as we prepare for the new academic term.

One of the highlights of the day was the 'Cooking with Kath' session, where the team created a range of delicious dishes, put their catering skills into practice and learned some new techniques along the way.... After which, everyone was more than happy to sample the results and enjoy a well-earned lunch together!

The team also came together for a celebratory photograph to mark their success at the Public Sector Awards back in April.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to another successful Development Day!

22/07/2026

𝐔𝐩𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐦𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦

We know the summer holidays have only just begun, but now is the perfect time to secure your place on our autumn training events and conferences. Booking ahead means you can head into September feeling organised, prepared, and with something to look forward to in your diary!

Coming up this autumn...

Schools Safeguarding Conference 2026: Belonging Matters
📍 6th October 2026
https://orlo.uk/Schools_Safeguarding_Conference_T3Ehg

Finance and Admin Conference – Autumn 2026
📍 14th October 2026
https://orlo.uk/Finance_and_Admin_Conference_AUJaH

Annual Governance Conference: Leading Through Change
📍 16th October 2026
https://orlo.uk/Annual_Governance_Conference_nAlC3

NYES Connect: Understanding Benedict’s Law
📍 22nd October 2026
https://orlo.uk/NYES_Connect_WsR6R

Book your place via the links above and join your colleagues from across the sector, we'll see you there! 👋

NYES Connect offers short, free sessions designed to provide practical insights and clear guidance on key topics affecting schools across North Yorkshire and beyond.This upcoming NYES Connect webinar

17/07/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞!

Before you lock the doors for the final time this academic year, we have pulled together a handy checklist to ensure all your school buildings are safe, secure and energy efficient during the summer closure.
Take a look here ➡️ https://nyes.info/Article/190894

We would like to thank all our services for their hard work and support over the last academic year!

And to all our customers... we hope you have a fantastic summer break! ☀️

We will be here, ready and waiting, to welcome you back in the Autumn Term!

16/07/2026

𝐍𝐘𝐄𝐒 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰!

Today, our very own Kath Breckon took to the Game Stage at the Great Yorkshire Show, showcasing the creativity, quality, and innovation behind NYES Catering.

On the menu were some incredible dishes, including:
Great Yorkshire Smoky Pulled Venison Wrap with Proper Gravy – a Yorkshire classic with a modern twist.
Sticky Yorkshire Venison Bao with pickled vegetables and garlic drizzle.
Spiced Game Taco with citrus-fennel slaw and curried mayo.

Later in the day, Kath took to the Main Stage, where she showcased the following dishes:
The Yorkshire Dog – a caramelised Yorkshire cheddar bun with harissa ketchup and citrus mustard.
Hot Honey Glazed Salmon Taco with mango slaw.
Spiced Beef Kofta Flatbread topped with crispy chickpeas and a garlic & coriander drizzle.

During the cooking demonstrations, Kath shared expert tips on reducing food waste, making smart recipe swaps, creating on-trend dishes from scratch, and getting the very best from every ingredient.

Speaking about the day, Kath said:
"It is an honour to be asked to showcase what we do in the public sector, especially around education catering. "

What a fantastic showcase of local ingredients, sustainable cooking, and the innovation used in creating the dishes being served in our NYES Catering schools!

15/07/2026

𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭’𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐰: 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬

The government has now concluded the long-awaited results of its consultation, ‘Supporting pupils with medical conditions at school’ and published the new statutory guidance, ‘Allergy Safety in Schools’.

The campaign that has led to this law being put in place has been driven by the family of Benedict Blythe, who was five years old when he tragically died from anaphylaxis at school in 2021.

What does this mean for your school? From September 2026 schools in England must:
✅ Have a whole-school allergy policy
✅ Provide allergy awareness training for all staff
✅ Stock spare adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs) for emergency use for any child or adult experiencing symptoms of anaphylaxis
✅ Put Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs) in place for pupils with allergies.

In the below article, we break down this new guidance into its key sections, helping you clearly understand what is required of your school or education setting to ensure your staff are confident, informed and compliant ➡️ https://nyes.info/Article/190826