School meals

A healthy and balanced diet is important for learning, and we offer a range of nutritious school meals to keep our pupils fuelled for the day.

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How to apply for free school meals

Free school meals are managed by your local authority. To check if you qualify and to apply, visit the government website or your local authority’s online portal. If your application is successful, both you and the school will receive confirmation, and the entitlement will be processed automatically.

Targeted free school meals with additional Pupil Premium funding for schools

To be eligible for free school meals, you must receive one of the following benefits:

· Universal Credit with a household income of £7,400 a year or less

· Income-related Employment and Support Allowance

· The guaranteed element of Pension Credit

· Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999

· Support as a family with no recourse to public funds (NRPF)

· Families may also be eligible if they receive Universal Credit with a household income above £7,400.

How to pay

We operate a cashless catering system, where students use a swipe card to pay for meals. Funds can be added via the Arbor App, our online parent platform. Follow these steps to top up your child’s balance:

1. Log in to Arbor.

2. Click the Three Lines at the bottom left corner of the app, and then click the large Payments button.

3. Click the Meals item to add funds.

4. Here you will see the total balance, money spent each day and have the ability to top-up the account if needed*.

5. By clicking the green Top Up Account button you will be given the option to either use Apple/Google Pay or enter a debit/credit card.

*Where you have multiple students at the school, you will be given the option to choose which student's account you are topping up.

Bringing a packed lunch

Pupils are welcome to bring a packed lunch from home. We encourage healthy choices, such as fresh fruit, vegetables, and wholegrain foods, to support their learning and wellbeing throughout the day.

Being aware of allergies

If your child has any dietary requirements or allergies, please inform the school so we can make suitable arrangements. Please be aware of allergies of other pupils and follow and guidance you get from school about what food can be brought in from home.

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