We are encouraging all eligible parents/carers to apply for their Free School Meals & Uniform Allowance as soon as possible. Please see below for further details.

The Free School Meals and Uniform Allowance application page is still open for applications for the upcoming school year. 

If you are in the middle of applying, or have not yet started your application, see the helpful checklist below, with everything you need to be aware of when completing your application. 

We recommend getting your application submitted before the end of July, so the EA can get everything processed for the start of September. 

For more information, FAQs and to begin your application, see the EA website: https://www.eani.org.uk/financial-help/free-school-meals-uniform-grants

If you are having any difficulties accessing the website or if you need any help and advice you can contact the EA's dedicated helpdesk on: 02890418044 or email: mealsanduniform@eani.org.uk