Renewing is straightforward: Scottish Borders sends you a renewal letter if you had free school meals or a clothing grant in the previous school year, and you should use the reference number from that letter when you reapply. You can renew through the council’s online application form here: online application form.
| What to do | Details |
|---|---|
| Renewal method | Reapply using the online application form |
| What you need | The reference number from your renewal letter |
| Evidence | The form will tell you what evidence is needed based on the criteria you select |
If you’re renewing for the 2026/27 academic year, applications open in June 2026.