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Edition: November 2025

If you receive a benefit your child could be eligible for Free School Meals.

Children eating a school meal

Even if they are receiving free lunches in early years, it is still worth registering.

This also means there will be a grant for your child’s school to support their education as well as to access free holiday activities and food (HAF) programmes.

Check if you are eligible

Check today or call Citizens Advice for help with your application: 0808 278 7969.

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