Free School Meals

Below is a summary of the new criteria for FSM,  due to government changes made to eligibility from 1^st September 2026.

Key Eligibility Categories

• Universal Credit Expansion: The previous household income cap of £7,400 has been removed for Universal Credit recipients. Free school meals are now divided into two groups:
  • Targeted Free School Meals (TFSM): For households receiving Universal Credit with annual earnings of £7,400 or less.
  • Expanded Free School Meals: A new category for households receiving Universal Credit with annual earnings above £7,400.
• Other Qualifying Benefits: Children whose parents or carers receive support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, income-related Employment and Support Allowance, or the guarantee element of Pension Credit also remain eligible.
• No Recourse to Public Funds: Children from certain families with no recourse to public funds may still qualify, subject to specific criteria. 

How to Apply

To apply for FSM for Edgbarrow students only, select this link.For siblings attending other schools contact will need to be with their school to make an application.

 Select this link for further information regarding FSM.