This guide provides UK primary and secondary schools with practical strategies to reduce, redistribute, and recycle food waste. Covering legal obligations for England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the guide helps schools comply with food waste regulations, including separating waste streams, arranging collections, and using government-approved frameworks. Schools will find step-by-step solutions for conducting food waste audits, setting up community fridges, implementing HOTBIN and traditional composting, and developing a School Food Waste Policy. This essential resource supports schools in reducing costs, improving sustainability, and meeting environmental goals.