Uniform grants

Eligibility
Your child is eligible for a uniform grant if you are receiving Income Support, income related Employment and Support Allowance, Job Seekers Allowance (income based) or Incapacity Benefit and your child is in reception year or year groups three or five in primary schools or year groups seven or nine in high schools.

If your child is eligible you will receive a cheque to the value of:

You will also receive a letter confirming your child's/children's entitlement to a uniform grant.

Cheques will be made payable to the parent or guardian.

Change of circumstances
Parents should notify the council of any changes for example: 

Eligibility review
Eligibility will be reviewed annually and an application or a declaration form will be sent automatically.

Appeal arrangements
Parents may appeal against the decision not to provide a uniform grant. The appeal must be made in writing with supporting evidence if appropriate.

How to apply
To apply for financial assistance with school meals, uniforms or travel assistance, please contact pupil support services.