FREE
SCHOOL MEALS
In April 2018 the criteria used to determine which pupils are eligible for free school meals were updated to reflect the introduction of Universal Credit and the phasing out of other income-based benefits.
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WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR FREE SCHOOL MEALS?
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Free school meals are available to pupils in receipt of, or whose parents are in receipt of, one or more of the following benefits:
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Universal Credit (provided you have an annual net earned income of no more than £7,400, as assessed by earnings from up to three of your most recent assessment periods)
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Income Support
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Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
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Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
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Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
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The guarantee element of Pension Credit
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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)
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Working Tax Credit run-on paid for four weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit
In addition, the following pupils will be protected against losing their free school meals as follows:
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From 1 April 2018, all existing free school meals claimants will continue to receive free school meals whilst Universal Credit is rolled out. This will apply even if their earnings rise above the new threshold during that time.
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In addition, any child gaining eligibility for free school meals after 1 April 2018 will be protected against losing free school meals during the Universal Credit rollout period.
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Once Universal Credit is fully rolled out, any existing claimants that no longer meet the eligibility criteria at that point (because they are earning above the threshold or are no longer a recipient of Universal Credit) will continue to receive free school meals until the end of their current phase of education (i.e. primary or secondary).
You will not be entitled to Free School Meals if you receive any element of Working Tax Credit or if your annual household income (as assessed by HMRC) is greater than £ 16,190. Proof of your benefit will not need to be provided at this stage, however, you will be informed if any proof of benefit is required at a later date.
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If you wish to apply for free school meals, you can do so online using the link below:
PUPIL
PREMIUM
Pupil Premium is an allocation of additional funding provided to schools to support specific groups of children who are vulnerable to possible underachievement. These include pupils who are entitled to free school meals, those looked after by the local authority and children of armed service personnel. The intended effect of this funding is to accelerate progress and raise attainment.
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In most cases the Pupil Premium is allocated to schools and is clearly identifiable. It is for schools to decide how the Pupil Premium allocation is spent, since they are best placed to assess what additional provision should be made for the individual pupils within their responsibility.
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All schools are required to report on the amount of funding received, how this is being used, and the impact of any work done.
MUSIC DEVELOPMENT
PLAN
At The Walderslade & Greenacre Schools Partnership, our vision is to become the number one choice for Music education in Medway. We aim to provide a broad, inclusive, and inspiring music education for all students aged 11–18. Through a rich and robust curriculum, high-quality instrumental and vocal tuition, and dynamic extra-curricular opportunities, we want every student to experience the power of music to build confidence, creativity, cultural awareness, and lifelong skills.
We are committed to developing music technology provision and enhancing our facilities to better support all learners, including those pursuing music at Key Stage 5.