Table 4 Comparison of parents (with and without food allergy) versus school staff
Survey participants: teachers and school staff | Parents of children with & without food allergy N = 561 (%a) | School staffa (61.6% teachers) N = 203 (%a) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
Banning foods from class keeps children with food allergy safe | 229 (65%) | 63 (34%) | 0.006 |
Teachers know how to treat allergic reactions | 169 (34%) | 174 (94%) | < 0.0001 |
Food allergy impacts teachers’ time | 12 (2.1%) | 22 (21%) | < 0.0001 |
Greater food allergy awareness and information is needed in my school | 176 (50%) | 54 (30%) | 0.06 |
Food Allergy Educator speaking to students and staff would be helpful | 247 (99%) | 80 (67%) | < 0.0001 |
Consider food allergy when sending food to school | 464 (94%) | 166 (91%) | 0.07 |
Helps children to be aware of other’s needs | 102 (35%) | 86 (82%) | < 0.0001 |
Child with food allergy restricts activities | 242 (82%) | 84 (80%) | 0.29 |