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Approximately 300 children are served each lunchtime, proving how popular our meals are at St Margaret's Primary, and we welcome suggestions and ideas. We hold five complete stars on our food hygiene certificate to be seen displayed in the school and much of the food is prepared fresh on site each day. Yogurts, fruit, salad and fresh made bread are all on offer daily. Fresh water is always available. We do not use nuts in our food at all and allergies and special diets can be catered for. Please inform the school kitchen of any dietary requirements via the office addressing any correspondence to Mrs Denise Thackray, School Kitchen.
All meals are booked via School Grid. You will be alloacted a log in for this upon registration. Payment should be made on Parentmail.
Could your child be entitled to Free School Meals?
Your child may be entitled to more than just a free school lunch.
If you are receiving certain benefits or are on a low income, your child may be eligible for income-related Free School Meals (FSM).
Why is it important to apply?
All children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 at state-funded schools receive a free school meal automatically through the Universal Infant Free School Meals scheme. However, if you think you may be eligible for income-related Free School Meals, you should still apply.
Registering your child for income-related Free School Meals can help our school receive additional Pupil Premium funding. This funding helps us provide additional support and opportunities for eligible pupils.
Children in Year 3 and above need to meet the eligibility criteria and apply to receive income-related Free School Meals.
Who may be eligible?
Your child may be eligible if you receive certain benefits, including:
- Universal Credit
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
- Guaranteed Pension Credit
- Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
From the start of the 2026/27 academic year, children whose parent or carer receives Universal Credit can qualify for Free School Meals regardless of their household income.
There are also specific arrangements for some families receiving Asylum Support or those with no recourse to public funds.
How do I apply?
If your child attends a Leeds school, you can apply through Leeds City Council.
Apply for Free School Meals – Leeds City Council
If you are unsure whether you qualify, we encourage you to apply anyway. Leeds City Council will check your eligibility.
Applications are confidential, and there is no stigma attached to receiving Free School Meals. Every eligible child should receive the support they are entitled to.
Need help?
If you have any questions about Free School Meals or need support with an application, please contact the school office. We will be happy to help.
Please check your eligibility today — your application could make a real difference to your child and help our school provide additional support for them.
To find out if you qualify for Free School Meals please speak to Mrs Ingham in the School Office or call:Leeds Benefit helpline on 2224404 or
Call HMRC Tax Credit helpline on 0845 3003900
You can also access the Leeds City Council FSM webpage at http://www.leeds.gov.uk/residents/Pages/Free-school-meals.aspx
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Year 3 to Year 6
Daily £2.75
Weekly £13.75
School Milk is provided for all children in school if parents would like them to have it. A link for ordering school milk can be provided by the School Office.
Please see attached our packed lunch policy. No NUTS, sweets or chocolate bars are to be put into packed lunches. Please can you make sure the red wax wrapping is removed from Baby-bel cheese, this is difficult to remove from carpets and floors.