To apply for free school meals in Harrow, you will need to provide proof of your eligibility based on certain benefits you receive. Here's a summary of the required documentation:
| Eligibility | Documents Required |
|---|---|
| Income Support | Documentation proving receipt of Income Support. |
| Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance | Documentation proving receipt of income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance. |
| Income-related Employment and Support Allowance | Documentation proving receipt of income-related Employment and Support Allowance. |
| Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 | Documentation proving receipt of support under this Act. |
| Guaranteed element of Pension Credit | Documentation proving receipt of the guaranteed element of Pension Credit. |
| Child Tax Credit (if not entitled to Working Tax Credit and gross income < £16,190) | Documentation proving receipt of Child Tax Credit and your annual income statement showing less than £16,190. |
| Universal Credit | Documentation proving receipt of Universal Credit with an annual household income of less than £7,400. |
| Working Tax Credit run-on (if applicable) | Documentation proving receipt of Working Tax Credit run-on. |
Since your child must attend a Harrow school and be aged between 5 and 18, ensure you have the right proofs ready. You can start the application process on the Harrow Council website.