You can get FSM if you are responsible for a child (for example, you receive Child Benefit for them) as long as you get one of these qualifying incomes:
Further information about eligibility, including declaring a change in your circumstances can be found here on the Stockport government website
Before you start the online application, you will need your National Insurance Number and an email address. You will also be asked to complete the following sections: your details, partner details, income and benefits, children that live with, equalities and declaration.
As you complete each section, a tick will appear on the contents page as shown above. If you start the form but cannot complete it, you can save and exit to return to at a later time.
If you do not have access to a computer or the internet at home, libraries can be used for accessing emails (or creating an email account) and to complete the application form. Alternatively, there is a number of Local advice centres around Stockport which provide computers and assistance for completing FSM applications, the details for the advice centres are found in the link below:
If you have a query about free school meals you can email benefitsfsm@stockport.gov.uk
Stockport Town Hall can also provide assistance with applying for FSM. When calling or visiting the town hall, ask to speak to the ‘schools team’.
Stockport Town Hall Edward St, Stockport SK1 3XE Monday to Thursday: 8:30am to 5pm Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
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