At Chartwells Schools, we pride ourselves on being more than just secondary school caterers; we’re feeding the future generation with inspiring food and outstanding learning experiences. We work alongside students at more than 400 secondary schools and academies across the UK to fuel performance, encourage success and help students realise their full potential through truly memorable mealtimes.
We believe in making nutritious food accessible to every student, as we know that mealtimes are a vital ingredient in delivering outstanding education experiences and the development of crucial social skills. We take our responsibilities as market-leading secondary school caterers seriously. Our commitment to nourishing students doesn’t stop at the kitchen, which is why we go above and beyond to cultivate a positive relationship between students and healthy food that continues long after they’ve left school!
Find out more about Chartwells at The UK’s Leading Secondary School Caterers | Chartwells.
Free school meals for pupils up to 16 years old
Registering for Free School Meals can provide valuable support for your family, including:
- Free meals for your child at school
- Additional funding for the school (Pupil Premium), which helps us provide extra support, resources, and opportunities for your child
- Potential help with school uniform, trips, and other costs
Even if your child does not currently take school meals, registering your eligibility is important, as it helps the school access funding that directly benefits your child.
Who is eligible?
You may be eligible for Free School Meals if you receive any of the following benefits:
- Universal Credit (with an annual net earned income of no more than £7,400)
- Income Support
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
- Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
- The guaranteed element of Pension Credit
- Child Tax Credit (provided you’re not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190)
- Working Tax Credit run-on (paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit)
How to check your eligibility:
You can check your eligibility online in just a few minutes by visiting:
👉 https://apply.cloudforedu.org.uk/ofsm/hants
You will need:
Your National Insurance number (or details of the benefits you receive)
Your name and date of birth
Your child’s name and date of birth
All information is treated in the strictest confidence, and there is no stigma attached to applying.