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Free School Meals

Are you in receipt of one or more of the following benefits?

If you are, please apply online for FREE SCHOOL MEALS. It only takes a minute to apply, but your child will receive free school meals and the College may receive EXTRA FUNDING. 

Targeted Free School Meals

Families may qualify for Targeted Free School Meals if they receive:

  • Universal Credit and have an annual household income of less than £7,400.
  • Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
  • The guarantee element of Pension Credit
  • Meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the separate guidance below for families with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF).

Families eligible for Targeted Free School Meals will also be able to access additional support, such as Pupil Premium and the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme.

Expanded Free School Meals

Families will qualify for Targeted Free School Meals if they receive:

  • Universal Credit and have household earnings above £7,400 per year.

Families eligible for Expanded Free School Meals will receive free school meals only.

School children living on their own (16-19 year olds) who receive a qualifying benefit in their own right can also get free school meals.

It takes less than a minute to apply. Click here or call the Education Helpline on 0345 155 1019. If you need any assistance applying, or further information, please contact the College on admin@chulmleigh.devon.sch.uk or 01769 580215.