Get Help with School Costs
Information on how to check eligibility for help with school costs, even if your child is already receiving Universal Primary Free School Meals, check eligibility for access to other support such as the School Essentials Grant and funding for your school.
https://www.gov.wales/get-help-school-costs
Don't miss out: Free School Meals
If your circumstances have changed recently, or if you receive certain benefits, your child may be eligible for Free School Meals.
Free School Meals promote healthy eating, increase the variety of food your child might eat, and can improve their behaviour and social skills.
If your child is eligible for Free School Meals, your school could receive additional funding.
Claim what's yours: Get financial help through the School Essentials Grant
If your child already gets Free School Meals, there could be more financial help available through the School Essentials Grant.
This support can help with essentials like school uniform and equipment to make sure your child is ready for the school day.
You could be entitled to financial help of up to £200 for:
- school uniform, including coats and footwear
- school activities: this could include learning a musical instrument, sports kit and other equipment for after school activities
- classroom essentials: this could include pens, pencils and school bags