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Free school meals test page

Expanding free school meals eligibility

From September 2026 all households receiving Universal Credit, above the 7,400 income cap, will qualify for free school meals.

Already getting free school meals?

If you have previously applied for free school meals and your child has been confirmed as eligible, there is no need to re-apply. We will recheck your claim and inform your child's school before the start of the new term in September 2026.

Apply for free school meals

Check if your child can get free school meals and find out how to apply.

Free school meals related support

Free transport to school, the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme and Pupil Premium funding for the school.