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What are Free School Meals?
In England a Free School Meal (FSM) is a statutory benefit available to school aged children from families who receive other qualifying benefits. If you are eligible for Free School Meals, your child will not only get a healthy lunch at school but your child can also access The Pupil Premium Grant. This grant means we are able to provide more interventions to accelerate your child’s academic progress, offer more opportunities, as well as implement interventions to develop self-esteem and their social emotional skills.
How do you know if you are entitled to FSM/How do I apply?
To check FSM eligibility please click here.
If you are eligible, please complete the application form provided on the 'Apply online' button above.
If you have any queries, please email the free school meals team at: freeschoolmeals@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or call 01305 221090.
GDPR
Dorset Council is a data controller for the purpose of the UK GDPR. This regulation governs how we obtain and use information about individuals. The information you supply is collected for the purpose of providing free school meals, but may be used for wider purposes. When you complete this application, you are consenting to that use. The information may be shared with other service units of Dorset Council, education establishments, or other local authorities.