Sikh food laws

Sikhs do not eat beef, some will eat other meat.

Eggs and fish may also be excluded.

Sikhs who have taken the amrit (holy water), have vowed never to touch, cook or eat any kind of meat.  

They will not eat any food cooked in school as they will only eat food prepared by their own family because they will be sure it will not have been alongside meat of any description.

Sikhs do not eat Muslim’s Halal meat.

Some Sikhs may wish to fast if there is a full moon.

If staff or pupils bring food into school that has been chosen to meet the requirements of their religion, they may need to store and heat this food separately from other food.

Further Information

Community Participation Officer
Children and Young People’s Service
Tel 020 8489 3884
Email faith@haringey.gov.uk