How do I claim free schools meals for my child?

If Derby City Council process free school meals for the school, complete and return a Free School Meals Application Form to Derby City Council.

If the school process their own free school meals, you will need to apply directly to the school.

Are there any conditions around claims for free school meals?Ĭhildren must be in education before and after lunch to qualify for free school meals.īefore applying for free school meals, contact the school to enquire if they process their own free school meals: Young people over 16 years old who are still at school are entitled to free school meals if they get Income Support or Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance in their own right.

Guarantee credit element of State Pension Credit.

Child Tax Credit, unless you are entitled to Working Tax Credit, and you have an annual income as assessed by HMRC that does not exceed £16,105.

Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.

Income-related Employment and Support Allowance.

Your child qualifies for free school meals and the Pupil Premium if you are getting one of the following support payments:

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