Harewood Infant School

Free School Meals

Please apply for Free School Meals today!

As we’re sure you are aware, all children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are entitled to free school meals thanks to the Government’s Universal Infant Free School meals initiative. However, some children would be eligible for Free School Meals anyway due to their parent(s)/carer(s) being in receipt of certain benefits. When parents successfully apply for Free School Meals, it allows us to access additional funding (called the Pupil Premium Grant) to enhance the provision for the children. This provides a significant addition to our annual budget so we would urge parents to apply now – even if you don’t think you are eligible.

A list of qualifying benefits and instructions can be found at: 

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-transport-and-free-school-meals/apply-for-free-school-meals/ 

Thank you for your support.