Free School Meals

Free School Meals are universally available for all children in Reception, Years 1 and 2. 

For Nursery and from Years 3 to 11 you can apply for Free School Meals for your child if you or your partner is in receipt of one of the following qualifying benefits: 

  • Income support or income based job seekers allowance 
  • Income-related employment and support allowance 
  • Universal Credit if NET earnings do not exceed £7,400 
  • Pension guarantee credit 
  • Child tax credit, where working tax credit is NOT in payment AND your annual income does not exceed £16,190 (as determined by HM revenues and customs) 
  • Working tax credit 'Run On' (a 4 week payment when your employment has ceased or your working hours reduce below 16) 
  • Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 

Further guidance:  https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/schools-education/free-school-meals/2?documentId=52&categoryId=200144

 

Online application for Free Schools Meals 

https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/xfp/form/263

 

Hard copy application for Free School Meals 

https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/downloads/file/1320/free-school-meals-application-form

For further information, please contact Mrs Mayglothling (High) or Mrs Williams (Primary)