How to seek help for your child if they need it

We aim to work alongside our families to ensure that all children are able to strive to do their very best. If you have any concerns about a child, or you wish to make an enquiry regarding Pupil Premium funding, do not hesitate to get in contact with the school. You can do this via phone, 01622 859261, informally at the gate, or you can make an appointment to see Mrs Rebecca Evans (rebecca.evans@harrietsham.kent.sch.uk).

For more information, visit:

• KELSI: https://www.kelsi.org.uk/policies-and-guidance/pupil-premium/publications
• DFE: Department for Education - Articles and advice for children and young people.

How to apply for Free School Meals and Pupil Premium

The easiest way to apply for Free School Meals is online via the link: https://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools/free-school-meals#tab-1

Your child might be able to get free school meals if you get any of the following:

• Universal Credit - if you apply on or after 1 April 2018 your household income must be less than £7,400 a year (after tax and not including any benefits you get)
• Income Support
• Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
• Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
• Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
• The guaranteed element of Pension Credit
• Child Tax Credit (provided you’re not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190)
• Working Tax Credit run-on - paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit

To apply for free school meals online, you will need the following information:

• Parents name and date of birth
• Contact details
• National Insurance Number or National Asylum Seekers Number
• Child's name and date of birth
• School your child is attending