What’s on the menu?
We offer a two-course meal every day with lots of choice to suit all tastes and dietary needs. Children can choose from a sandwich or a choice of hot meals (including vegetarian options) followed by a nutritious dessert to complete their meal. Our two-course menu is constantly evolving, so no two weeks will be the same. This keeps the children interested and means they are frequently introduced to different foods and combinations. All our meals are freshly prepared with quality ingredients and are designed to meet national school food standards, providing the energy and nutrients children need to fuel their learning and concentration throughout the afternoon.
Each day at registration, the children are asked if they would like a school meal or if they have brought a packed lunch, so there's no need to commit to lunches for a long period of time. This flexible approach means you can choose what works best for your family each day. A copy of the current school menu can be found here [insert link].
Meals for children in Reception, Year One and Year Two
All pupils in reception, year 1 and year 2 in state-funded schools are entitled to universal infant free school meals. This means your child will automatically receive a free school meal every day if they are in these year groups - there's no need to apply.
Why take up a free school meal? Even if your child usually brings a packed lunch, we encourage you to take advantage of this offer. A hot, nutritious meal at lunchtime:
• Saves you time and money
• Ensures your child gets a balanced, healthy meal
• Helps them socialise with their friends at lunchtime
Meals for children in Nursery, Year Three, Year Four, Year Five and Year Six
Meals for children in Nursery, Year 3 and Year 4 are chargeable at £1.00 per day. Our high-quality school meals are partially funded by the school, making them excellent value for families.
Payment for meals are to be made in advance either by cash at the school office or online using SCOPAY. If you need to register for a SCOPAY account, please contact Ms Velastegui-Cortez or Mrs Armstrong at the School Office. The money for dinners comes directly from the school budget so any arrears mean less money for resources for our children
Income Related Free School Meals
If your child is in nursery or years three to six, they may be eligible for free school meals if you receive certain benefits.
Who is eligible?
A child may be eligible for free school meals (FSM) if their parents receive any of the following benefits:
• Income Support
• Income-based Jobseekers Allowance (JSA)
• Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
• Support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
• The guaranteed element of Pension Credit
• Child Tax Credit, provided the parents are not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190
• Working Tax Credit run-on, which is paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax credit
• Universal Credit – for those applying on or after 1 April 2018, their household income must be less than £7,400 a year (after tax and not including any benefits they get)
Important change from September 2026: From September 2026, free school meals eligibility will be extended to all households receiving Universal Credit (regardless of income level).
Why register for free school meals?
Even if your child is in reception, year one or year two and already receives a free meal through UIFSM, it's important to register if you're eligible because:
• It brings additional funding (pupil premium) into school, which we use to provide extra support for your child
• Your child will continue to receive free meals when they move into year 3
• You may be eligible for help with other costs, such as school trips
How to apply
Applying is quick and easy. You can start the application process on the Newcastle City Council website or contact the school office and we'll be happy to help you with the application.
All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.