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Transport, free school meals, clothing grant, and equipment
Transport
If pupils don't live near a school, they may be eligible for free transport
The criteria is different for different types of school, so check carefully to be sure a pupil qualifies
Free School Meals
If a pupil is from a low income household, we can help with the cost of school meals for any pupil in full time education
Registering for Free School Meals might also qualify the pupil for other help and assistance. To register is easy and confidential, and the school does not need to be made aware
Powys schools have systems which mean it is impossible for other pupils to know who is receiving free school meals
Who can receive free school meals?
To be eligible for free school meals in Powys, the pupil’s parents/carers must receive one of the following:
Income Support
Job Seekers Allowance (Income Based)
If you are an Asylum Seeker receiving support under the Immigration and Asylum Act.
State Pension Guaranteed Credit
Employment and Support Allowance - Income based
Child Tax Credit - as long as you are not getting an amount for childcare paid with your CTC, or getting Working Tax Credit. HM Revenue & Customs must also have worked out your household income as £16,190 a year or less.
Universal Credit - as long as your annual net earnings are £7400 or less
School Clothing Grants
All children eligible for free school meals can get a Welsh Government Grant through the Pupil Development Grant
The fund will cover school uniform, other clothing worn at school such as sports kits, equipment for out-of-school-hours trips (including outdoor learning) and equipment for activities within the curriculum such as design and technology
The scheme also includes the purchase of IT equipment (laptop and tablet only) where the school is unable to loan equipment to the family
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