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FREE SCHOOL MEALS

There are two kinds of Free School meals 

1 Universal Free School Meals This was brought in by the coalition government in 2014 to offer a free meal to all children in Reception and Key Stage 1, no matter how much their parents earned or what their economic status is.

These are not connected to the vouchers. Not all children Reception or Key Stage 1 are entitled to vouchers under the government’s scheme.

2 Needs-based Free School Meals This is where free meals are offered to families based on their household income, economic status or benefits. This is about 32% of children at Stanley Road. You would already know you are registered for free school meals. 

For further information on how to claim for free school meals for your child, or to find out if you are eligable please contact our school office.