As you may be aware, all pupils currently in EYFS, Year 1 and Year 2 are able to receive a Universal School Meal - a healthy and delicious lunch everyday at no cost to parent/carers. This entitlement stops once they reach Year 3 - Key Stage 2.

We understand that financial circumstances vary, and we want to ensure that every family receives the support they need. Whatever year group your child is in, if you think they may be entitled to free school meals, please see the information on the Lincolnshire County Council's website: https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/school-pupil-support/apply-free-school-meals

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Applications should be made online at through the LCC Parent Portal: https://lcc.cloud.servelec-synergy.com/SynergyWeb/Parents/default.aspx

If you are eligible, we will be notified. Your child will receive free school meals and the school will receive a Pupil Premium - extra funding to support your child's education. Children in receipt of free school meals also qualify for a reduction in costs for educational visits and other chargeable events, so it is always worth enquiring. We do not publish identifying details of children registered for free meals.

Applications are open all year round.

More information can be found on our website: https://www.belmontprimary.com/lunch-time-school-meals/ and at https://www.gov.uk/apply-free-school-meals.

If you have any questions or specific concerns, please contact Lincolnshire County Council or the school office.