Whilst all primary age pupils now have the right to free school meals, you could be eligible for more financial help available through the School Essentials Grant.

The purpose of the School Essentials Grant is to provide low-income families with financial support to purchase:

• School uniform including coats and shoes;
• School sports kit including shoes;
• Uniform for enrichment activities, including but not limited to the following, scouting; Guides; Cadets; martial arts; sports; performing arts or dance;
• Equipment e.g. school bags and stationery;
• Specialist equipment where new curriculum activities begin such as design and technology;
• Equipment for out-of-school trips such as outdoor learning e.g. rainwear.
• IT equipment – laptops and tablets only. You will need to confirm that your child’s school cannot loan them a laptop/tablet for home use.

Funding of up to £125 is available to all eligible children (from Reception to Y11), except for those in Year 7 who are entitled to £200.

Through applying and receiving the Grant, you will also secure additional funding for the school to support disadvantaged learners.

Read more about Grant following the link below.

School Essentials – Ceredigion County Council

If you are the parent of a pupil between Reception and Year 11and you think you are eligible -apply here:

Free School Meals (ceredigion.gov.uk)

Alternatively, feel free to contact the Local Authority on (01545) 570 881 in order to complete an application over the telephone.