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Free School Meals

Please do apply for free school meals even if your child is in YrR, 1 or2 as this will provide school with additional funding to support your child (Pupil Premium funding).  It will also provide you with additional support like free holiday care and supermarket vouchers (when these are available).

School meals – Portsmouth City Council

 

Who is Eligible for Free School Meals?

  • Your child is eligible if you receive any of the following:
  • Income Support
  • Income-based Jobseekers Allowance
  • Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
  • Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • The guaranteed element of State Pension Credit
  • Child Tax Credit only, provided your annual household income (as assessed by HM Revenue & Customs) does not exceed £16,190.
  • Working Tax Credit Run-On, which is paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit. (Anyone receiving continued entitlement to Working Tax Credit is not entitled to free school meals, regardless of income)
  • Universal Credit (if you earn less than £7400 a year)
  • All children in Years R, 1 & 2 are offered a free lunchtime meal, regardless of the parent’s/carer’s income.

However, all parents/carers of Key Stage 1 children must still complete the free school meal application form, to ensure schools receive their full Pupil Premium funding.

School meals – Portsmouth City Council

 

Healthy Packed Lunches

There are lots of websites that promote healthy packed lunches giving families tips and hints.

Lunchbox ideas and recipes – Healthier Families – NHS

Healthy Packed Lunch Recipes | Good Food

Please remember that we are NUT FREE school (nuts are in lots of foods like chocolate spread – so, please do check labels).

 

School Meal Programs in Portsmouth

Portsmouth City Council emphasizes healthy eating, particularly for school-age children. Primary schools in Portsmouth offer a selection of meals, including vegetarian and special dietary options. For more information on school meals, visit the Portsmouth City Council’s website.

Portsmouth City Council

 

 

Involving Your Child

Engaging your child in meal planning and preparation can encourage healthier eating habits. Simple recipes that require minimal prep are ideal for younger children, while older children can manage more complex recipes. Stocking up on nutritious ingredients and involving kids in food preparation can make the experience fun and educational.

Parents

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