Free School Meals
Many of our families could get Free School Meals but do not claim for them; your child may be entitled to Free School Meals if you as the parent are in receipt of any of the following benefits:
Income Support
Jobseeker’s Allowance (income based)
Employment and Support Allowance
Support under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
Guaranteed element of State Pension Credit
Child Tax Credit (but NOT Working Tax Credit)
Why claim?
Save hundreds of pounds per year
Extra funding for the school in the form of Pupil Premium
It’s your entitlement
Other pupils and parents will not know you are claiming
At Eastfield Primary School all children in our reception class, year one and year two receive a free school lunch if they wish, and it is not necessary for any parents to fill in a Free School Meals application form.
However, we are able to claim extra money from the government which we use to help us provide further support for our children, and this money is linked to parents applying for Free School Meals. In order to continue claiming this money from the government, we need parents to re-register for Free School Meals.
So, if you receive a benefit that gives entitlement to Free School meals (as detailed above) please pop in to school reception where they can provide a form and you help fill it out.
Download application form for free school meals:
‘Brilliant school. My daughter has absolutely thrived since being here.’
‘Good updates on current activities and curriculum. Supportive staff.’
‘Eastfield has given my children the best start in their educational journey.’
‘I have seen my child develop socially and academically during her time there.’
‘Members of our family have been pupils at Eastfield since 1975 – highly recommended.’
‘An outstanding school both academically and in sporting achievements with friendly staff.’
‘Excellent and varied extra curricular activities.’
‘It’s good to see the kids smile on their faces before school and after school.’
‘The school ethos is fantastic – my daughter comes home with a happy story every day.’
‘The curriculum is delivered in a way that makes his education fun & exciting.’
‘Excellent school that manages to involve all pupils.’
‘I’m very happy with my child’s progress, and can see how happy he enjoys his time learning.’
‘My child has progressed in lots of different ways whilst being at Eastfield primary school.’
‘Eastfield Primary School is a safe environment for my child to learn and grow.’
‘My child thoroughly enjoys coming to school and is making good progress.’
‘Having opportunities for the children to take part in activities outside the classroom is a real positive.’