How do I apply for Free School Meals?

It is quick and easy to apply for Free School Meals and we encourage all eligible parents/carers to apply.

1. Click here for the online checker to see if your child is eligible for Free School Meals
2. Complete the form below (linked here)
3. Please note that you MUST also provide evidence of your benefit when you submit this form. If you cannot provide the benefit letter, a bank statement showing the benefit that you receive can be accepted.
4. If this is your first application at Gladesmore Community School, you must also provide a copy of your child’s birth certificate. You must ensure, therefore, that all the details you give in this form are accurate and clearly written. Occasionally, we may write to you to request certain evidence.
5. Please email completed forms along with your benefit document to freeschoolmeals@gladesmore.com
6. If you are unsure or have any questions, please contact Miss R. Safak on: 020 8800 0884 or email freeschoolmeals@gladesmore.com

How does Free School Meals work at Gladesmore?

Once we have processed your free school meals application and your child is eligible, their details will be added to our cashless catering system and any transactions will be recognised automatically at the till when they scan their thumbprint or enter their PIN. They no longer need to carry a photo card anymore.

Eligible free school meals students have a daily allowance of £3, which is the equivalent of a hot meal, drink and a dessert. Any additional spend above the allowance will be charged to your ParentPay account. Please be aware that morning breaktime snacks are not included in this allowance and therefore any food or drink items purchased during the morning breaktime period will be charged to your ParentPay account.